5. Member Debate under Standing Order 11.21(iv): Endometriosis

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 4:04 pm on 14 October 2020.

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Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour 4:04, 14 October 2020

Thank you, acting Deputy Presiding Officer. I am grateful to Members for tabling this important debate today. As we've heard, endometriosis is a condition that affects a significant number of women. We've also heard about the profound impact it can have on the lives of people affected and their families, with the descriptions of acute and chronic pain, the use of strong analgesics and the impact that has on a women's day-to-day tasks and function, and the lead to the feelings of isolation and a loss of control.