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The Mystery
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People with endometriosis symptoms see 8 doctors over 10 years on average before diagnosis. Patients are often told symptoms are normal or "part of being a woman." Symptoms are not well-taught or well-understood even by healthcare providers, which leave many patients in a unique position to find answers themselves.