The problem with "wonder drugs" for endometriosis and pelvic pain
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Want to ask a question or suggest a topic? Send us a text here Are new drugs really the solution to managing endometriosis, or is there a bigger picture being missed? In this episode of Women of the Well, Dr Peta, Dr Thea, and Sam break down the recent news about a supposed “miracle drug” for endometriosis that’s now subsidised under the PBS. While the headlines promise life-changing results, the team shares their insights and first-hand experiences treating women with endometriosis and pe...
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