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Specialists put the focus on endometriosis and pelvic pain this week for EndoMarch, an awareness campaign bringing attention to the often-overlooked condition endometriosis, which according to studies affects approximately 1 in 7 Australian women.
Mackay Hospital and Health Service hosted an EndoMarch information evening on Tuesday 24th to raise awareness and understanding of the condition.
The event was led by Mackay HHS specialist clinicians and was supported by local women sharing their personal stories of living with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain.
Obstetrics & gynaecology specialist Dr Wojciech Szubert began the evening with an overview of the disease and an update on the work going on at Mackay Base Hospital to improve treatment and care options.
“Endometriosis is a chronic disease affecting women and girls,” Dr Szubert said.
“It is associated with pelvic pain, pain with intercourse, painful urination or defecation, heavy and painful periods, and infertility.
“It can have a significant impact on women’s health and lives, and it has been estimated that it can take six years to get a confirmed diagnosis.
“At this event, we want to provide an update on the work we are doing to improve treatment options.
“We will also have presentations from women who have been brave enough to step forward and share their own personal stories of living with endometriosis.”
Other presenters included director of psychology Rachel Bega who spoke on the role of the psychologist in the management of these conditions, and director of nursing and midwifery Susan Sweeney who shared future plans to advance treatment and care.
It was a relaxed and informal event that gave opportunity for those attending to ask any questions they have about endometriosis and treatment options.
Regarding the event, one local said: “My daughter suffers Endo and also has Andomentriosis which is rare and not many know about it. Glad to see you’re doing this.”
Another expressed frustration surrounding long waitlists for treatment for the condition, appealing for improvement in women’s healthcare across the region.
In 2024, Mackay Hospital and Health Service received new imaging technology that boosted diagnosis and treatment for local women, removing the need for surgery confirm presence for endometriosis.
Following the innovation, the team has been committed to continuing to champion women’s health services and improve treatment options and timelines for women across Mackay.
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