Kathleen King works full time as a medical scientist – a busy role which can often see her working a 55-hour week. “Pain, delayed diagnosis, young women living in silence and being referred to psychiatric services ahead of gynaecology. I initially used my anger over my delayed diagnosis to drive me as I wanted to make sure that no one else would have to wait nine years for a diagnosis or be shamed and scolded for reporting painful periods to their doctor. A happy, healthy body leads to a happy healthy society.”5) What needs to be done in Ireland to achieve this? Women are still being dismissed at primary and secondary care – this leads to a delay in diagnosis.

Source: The Irish Times April 02, 2018 06:56 UTC