To help address the gaps in our knowledge and language when it comes to pelvic pain, Dr Chalmers recommends women look at anatomical diagrams to help work out where they might be experiencing pain.

Endometriosis affects about 1 in 10 women. But women see seven physicians on average before they get diagnosed.

Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) is a frequently overlooked cause of chronic pain in women, often mistaken for other conditions. Recognising the symptoms early is crucial for effective treatment.

Recognising the symptoms early is crucial for effective treatment. Dr Sophie Strong, consultant gynaecologist at The Pelvic Pain Clinic at The Whiteley Clinic, says PCS (also known as pelvic ...