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Endometriosis Awareness And Diagnosis Improvements

01 November 2021 · 0 other contributors · 602 words

Opened by John Lamont Con Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

Responding minister: Not recorded

Women & Equalities

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At a glance

John Lamont raised concerns about endometriosis awareness and diagnosis improvements in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key points

  • Concerns raised about low awareness and understanding of endometriosis in the UK, with only 54% of the population aware of the condition.
  • The average diagnosis time for endometriosis in Scotland is eight years due to limited knowledge of specific symptoms.
  • Specific asks include providing menstrual health education in Scottish schools, reducing diagnosis wait times to less than one year, and funding new research into endometriosis.

Key requests to Government

Firstly, raise awareness about endometriosis by ensuring that menstrual health education is provided at school level in Scotland. Secondly, work towards reducing waiting times for diagnosing endometriosis from eight years to less than one year. Lastly, direct funding towards new research into the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

John Lamont Con Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

I am concerned about the lack of awareness and understanding regarding endometriosis. One in ten women in the UK suffer from this condition, yet only 54% of the population are aware of it and 45% of women are unaware of its symptoms. The average diagnosis time in Scotland is eight years due to the absence of a specific list of symptoms for endo.

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