One of the primary reasons endometriosis may be more common than we think is the significant delay in diagnosis. Many women face an uphill battle to have their symptoms taken seriously, with an average delay of 7 to 10 years from the onset of symptoms to proper diagnosis. This delay is not only due to a lack of awareness among healthcare providers but also the normalization of pain as a typical aspect of menstruation, leading to underreporting and, consequently, underestimation of its prevalence.
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