Endometriosis and Cannabis Consumption During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An International Cross-Sectional Survey.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women worldwide, with most experiencing difficulties achieving adequate symptom control. These difficulties have been compounded by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic due to worldwide shifts in health care resource allocation. As cannabis is a relatively common form of self-management in endometriosis, this study aims to explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cannabis consumption in those with endometriosis. Methods: An anonymous, cross-sectional online international survey was developed and promoted by endometriosis advocacy/support organizations worldwide. Respondents needed to have a diagnosis of endometriosis and be aged between 18 and 55. Results: A total of 1634 responses were received from 46 different countrie

SUBMITTER: Armour M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9418353 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature