Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)

I thank the Ceann Comhairle for facilitating me to speak. I welcome the visitors in the Gallery. I thank the speakers who contributed so passionately to the debate.

I recognise the profound and adverse impact endometriosis can have on the life and health of women affected by this chronic disease, which is one of the most common gynaecological conditions in Ireland. It is difficult to determine exactly how many women are impacted. There is a long pathway to diagnosis for many women and long-term follow-up care, including specialist pain management and psychological support, may be required.

Recognising the wide-ranging impact of the condition, multidisciplinary teams have been established to deliver holistic, woman-centred care.

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