If you think your symptoms could be linked with endometriosis, it can be hard to know what to ask.

You may feel rushed, anxious or unsure whether your symptoms are “enough” to mention.

Preparing questions before the appointment can help you stay focused and leave with a clearer plan.

Start with your main concern

You might begin by saying:

“I am concerned my symptoms could be linked with endometriosis.”

Then explain:

  • what symptoms you have
  • when they happen
  • how long they have been happening
  • whether they are getting worse
  • how they affect your life

Use our Prepare for Appointment Tool before the appointment to organise this clearly.

Questions about symptoms

You may want to ask:

  • Could my symptoms be linked with endometriosis?
  • What else could cause these symptoms?
  • Are bowel or bladder symptoms relevant?
  • Is pain during or after sex relevant?
  • Is fatigue relevant?
  • Could nerve-like pain or leg pain be linked?
  • Could symptoms outside the pelvis be relevant?
  • What symptoms should I track from now on?

Questions about diagnosis

You may want to ask:

  • How is endometriosis investigated?
  • What tests or scans are appropriate?
  • Can endometriosis be present if scans are normal?
  • Should I have an ultrasound?
  • Would specialist ultrasound or MRI be useful?
  • When is laparoscopy considered?
  • How would deep endometriosis be assessed?
  • What does this test or scan rule in or rule out?

Questions about referral

You may want to ask:

  • Should I be referred to gynaecology?
  • Should I be referred to an endometriosis specialist?
  • What would trigger referral?
  • How long should I wait for symptoms to improve before coming back?
  • If bowel, bladder, chest, nerve or fertility symptoms are present, should another specialist be involved?
  • What should I do if symptoms worsen while waiting?

Questions about treatment

You may want to ask:

  • What can help manage symptoms now?
  • What are the benefits and risks of pain relief options?
  • What are the benefits and risks of hormonal treatment?
  • How long should I try a treatment before reviewing it?
  • What should I do if treatment does not help?
  • Will treatment affect fertility?
  • Does symptom treatment delay investigation or referral?

Questions about daily life

You may want to ask:

  • Can you provide a letter for school, university or work if symptoms are affecting attendance?
  • What support is available for pain or fatigue?
  • Could pelvic physiotherapy help?
  • Could pain management support help?
  • What should I do during flares?
  • What symptoms should I treat as urgent?

Questions if you feel dismissed

You may want to ask:

  • Can you explain why endometriosis is not being considered?
  • What is the alternative explanation for my symptoms?
  • What is the plan if symptoms continue?
  • Can we agree a review date?
  • Can you document that these symptoms are affecting my daily life?
  • Can I have a second opinion?

These questions are reasonable.

Final reminder

You do not need to ask every question in one appointment.

Choose the questions that matter most to your situation.

Use our Prepare for Appointment Tool to select your key questions before you speak with a healthcare professional.