surgical procedure , it is recommended when the initial medical treatment has failed to reduce symptoms or there are suspicions of other co-existing diseases , especially in young women and adolescents .
Understanding what endometriosis is and involving more people in the conversation is key to meaningful progress . Spreading awareness of the condition and working to destigmatise it can help ensure more women get the treatment they need . Additionally , support and research into the condition are critically important so that the medical community can better diagnose , treat , and prevent it .
Endometriosis matters to us all — educating ourselves and advocating for those living with the condition are essential for progress and change .
Early recognition , assessment , and intervention are of paramount importance as they can lead to better long-term management , thereby minimising the adverse impact of symptoms while improving quality of life and helping individuals live normal and healthy lives .
Dr Sharifah Halimah Jaafar MD . M . Med Obgyn ( Mal ) AM ( Mal ) Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Unit 609-610 , Specialist Complex , Gleneagles Hospital Johor No 2 , Jalan Medini 4 Iskandar Puteri 79250 Johore Email : drsharifahclinic @ gmail . com Sharifah . jaafar @ gleneagles . com . my Website : www . drsharifah . com . my
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