Rachael Bosma

INTRODUCTION: Endometriosis is a systemic inflammatory condition associated with chronic pelvic pain, delayed diagnosis and substantial impacts on physical and mental health. Many young adults (aged 18–25) experience symptoms for years befo…

BACKGROUND: Endometriosis is prevalent in approximately 6-10% of all women of reproductive age and is associated with pelvic pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, infertility, and pain during intercourse. Despite reporting symptoms, women wait ar…

BACKGROUND: Living with chronic pain as a young adult (YA) can impact the physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and role function domains of life. Once YAs receive care for their specialist chronic pain care they are expected to self-navi…