As you are probably aware, the Westminster Hall debate scheduled for the 18th October was postponed following the tragic death of Sir David Amess MP.
However, I appreciate how important this subject is and I believe it is important to raise awareness of the impact on women worldwide.
To provide support, all obstetricians and gynaecologists have been trained in the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. The NHS has published clinical guidelines on the management of endometriosis and PCOS, to assist doctors. While there is currently no cure, there are several options for treatment and ways that individuals can alter their lifestyle to improve symptoms. NHS England has also developed units for severe endometriosis, with the expectation that all units provide women with severe endometriosis with care which meets the needs of each individual woman.
You may be interested to learn that the Government launched a consultation to help inform the priorities, content, and actions of England’s first Women’s Health Strategy, with questions on gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis. Analysis of the evidence gathered is underway with a view to publishing the strategy in due course. This is a welcome development and I look forward to learning more about these plans.