For some women with endometriosis, surgery and medication just aren't cutting it to alleviate their pain and other symptoms. One in ten are using cannabis.

Endometriosis is a chronic, inflammatory condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus is found outside of the womb.

It affects around one in ten women of reproductive age, causing pain, infertility and gastrointestinal symptoms.

Women often report difficulty getting their pain and other symptoms under control, despite medication or even surgery.

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Mike Armour ~ SBS.com.au ~