The Endometriosis Diagnostic Dilemma
A Silent Epidemic with Devastating Delays
Endometriosis affects over 200 million women worldwide (1 in 10 women of reproductive age), yet remains one of the most underdiagnosed and misunderstood conditions in gynecology.
The Traditional Diagnostic Challenge:
❌ Average diagnostic delay: 7-10 years from symptom onset to diagnosis
❌ Invasive laparoscopy remains the only definitive diagnostic method
❌ Non-specific symptoms mimic other conditions (IBS, PID, chronic pain syndromes)
❌ Imaging limitations: Ultrasound and MRI detect only moderate-severe disease; miss early-stage endometriosis
❌ CA-125 blood test: Non-specific, elevated in many conditions, poor sensitivity/specificity
Result: Women suffer years of debilitating pain, infertility, and reduced quality of life before diagnosis and appropriate treatment.