If symptoms change, after diagnosis, it is important to discuss these changes with a medical practitioner. It is easier to put all problems down to endometriosis and it may not always be the reason. Endometriosis Endometriosis is the second most common gynaecological condition. The stereotypical woman with endometriosis has been described as in her thirties, a career woman who has delayed childbearing. Whilst we know that this picture is far from true the myth persists.
Endometriosis can occur at any time from the onset of menstrual periods until the menopause.
It is extremely rare for it to be first diagnosed after the menopause, but not unknown. For the majority of women the condition ceases at the menopause. The only way to diagnose endometriosis is by a laparoscopy. This allows the surgeon to see the pelvic organs and any endometrial implants and cysts. Occasionally diagnosis is made during a laparotomy.