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Endometriosis and Barriers in Women’s Healthcare

While healthcare is an ever-progressing field, gender bias and racial discrimination continue to create barriers. These barriers can make it nearly impossible for people to receive the care they need. One such disease that is surrounded by these obstacles is endometriosis.  Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 people, and on average, it takes up to 11 years to be diagnosed (DotLab | Bringing You DotEndo for Endometriosis, n.d.-b). Currently, there is no cure, and the recommended diagnosis and treatment options are difficult to receive.