A quick 60 second test could reveal you have a common condition affecting 1 in 10 women. The charity behind the test have said that once complete, you can send the results to your GP in the hopes it will speed up the diagnosis time and provide you with answers.
On the symptom checker section of the Endometriosis UK website, the new feature creates a letter to aid in getting help with your symptoms and takes less than a minute. You must be of a certain age to carry it out, though.
Endometriosis is a condition which around 1 in 10 women have that occurs when cells similar to the ones in the lining of the womb (uterus) are found elsewhere in the body. These cells can grow and change in response to hormones in the menstrual cycle, and this can cause inflammation, pain and scar tissue.
The experts say the test is “designed to check for common endometriosis symptoms and support you in seeking medical advice, to help identify symptoms to improve diagnosis times and access to treatment. If you have endometriosis symptoms, a letter can be made for your GP. Although this symptom checker identifies the common endometriosis symptoms, there are other symptoms with endometriosis.”
Even if you don’t suffer with the symptoms mentioned during the test, you could still have endometriosis – often shortened to ‘endo’. Urging people that if they have “any change in your symptoms then please discuss with your GP / healthcare provider”, they add that you need to be 18 to do this.
They explain: “Due to data protection this symptom checker is not suitable for those under the age of 18. If you are younger than 18 the symptom checker can be completed alongside a parent or guardian.”
What questions are asked during the endometriosis test?
Some questions asked as part of the test include ‘do you suffer with painful periods that interfere with everyday life?’ as well as whether you suffer with a change in bowel habits. This includes whether you experience pain when you poo or wee and whether there is blood in your pee or in your poo.
How do you take the 60 second endometriosis test?
You can take the test here. Please remember however to ensure you are 18 or have a parent/guardian present if not.