Case scenario

Alicia, 27, visits your pharmacy regularly for naproxen and heat patches to manage period pain. She confides that her pain has worsened over the past 2 years, radiates down her legs, interferes with work and affects intimacy. 

Her periods are heavy, lasting around 9 days, and leave her feeling exhausted and sometimes even bedridden. Alicia has seen several GPs, who told her it was ‘normal for your age’. She says, ‘It feels like someone’s wringing out my insides – nothing helps much. Is this really normal?’

Learning objectives

After reading this article, pharmacists should be able to:

  • Describe the epidemiology, aetiology and pathophysiology of endometriosis
  • Identify key clinical features, risk factors and diagnostic considerations
  • Discuss pharmacological and non-pharmacological management options for endometriosis
  • Explain the pharmacist’s role in supporting patients with endometriosis through education, referral and holistic care.

Competency standards (2016) addressed: 1.1, 1.4, 1.5, 2.2, 3.1, 3.5

Accreditation number: CAP2602DMED 

Accreditation expiry: 31/01/2029 

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