Imagine you wake up every morning bracing for pain – a deep, cramping ache in your pelvis that steals your energy, dims your mood, and drags you through each day with fatigue and frustration. You’re heading towards your 35th birthday, but something doesn’t feel right. You wonder if it’s “just the period” or perhaps early menopause, given everything you’ve read through, yet, unsettlingly, your symptoms go beyond that.
This invisible burden of pelvic pain, painful periods, discomfort during intimacy or bowel movements, or even infertility may all point to one of the most misunderstood women’s health conditions: endometriosis.
Why This Matters
Endometriosis affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age. At the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and British Menopause Society (BMS), the guidance makes it clear: early recognition is vital. Yet sadly, many women suffer for years before getting a real diagnosis. Being heard, being validated, and being helped, that’s powerful. And it starts here.
Simple Facts, Real Relief
So, what is endometriosis? It happens when tissue similar to the lining inside your womb grows outside it on your ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, or even your bowel. This tissue still reacts to your menstrual cycle, causing inflammation and pain. Symptoms often overlap with IBS, infections, or even menopause, many women feel misunderstood. That’s why both NICE and RCOG prioritise clear pathways to diagnosis, pain management, and fertility support.
A Fresh, Non-Invasive Way to Find Answers
But here’s the hopeful news: diagnosis doesn’t have to rely solely on surgery anymore.
Ziwig Endotest ® is a cutting-edge, saliva-based test designed for women aged 18 to 43 who show symptoms like pelvic pain, painful periods, painful sex, pain during urination or bowel movements, infertility, or even shoulder tip pain during periods. You just give a small saliva sample, and thanks to advanced microRNA analysis, next-generation sequencing (NGS), and artificial intelligence (AI), the test can confirm or rule out endometriosis in a few days.
This test brings hope. It’s non-invasive, straightforward, and fast. Plus, it delivers reliable results. Research shows its sensitivity runs above 97% and specificity above 93%, which often rivals surgical diagnosis.
Why That Makes a Difference
Firstly, you don’t have to wait months or years wondering if things will get worse. Instead, you can take action now. Secondly, because you avoid surgery unless absolutely necessary, you lower the risks and reduce delays in starting treatment, especially helpful if fertility is important to you.
Moreover, you feel seen. Knowing there’s a reliable path to answers reassures you that you’re not “just imagining it.” That alone can lift a heavy emotional weight.
How It Works
- Recognise symptoms: pelvic pain, painful menstruation, discomfort during intimacy or bathroom visits, fatigue, or fertility challenges.
- Visit a trusted clinic: Speak with your healthcare provider and explain your symptoms honestly.
- Take the test: Provide a saliva sample under guidance.
- Receive results in days: Unlike long waits for imaging or surgery, you get clarity fast.
- Choose your next step: With diagnosis in hand, your provider can offer informed treatment, hormonal therapy, pain relief, or fertility support, guided by NICE, RCOG, and BMS best practices.
Taking Care of Yourself Day to Day
While medical treatment is key, there are also simple lifestyle changes that can make a real difference in managing endometriosis. Nutrition plays a powerful role – an anti-inflammatory diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats may help ease symptoms, while reducing processed foods, sugar, and caffeine can lower flare-ups. Regular, gentle exercise like walking, yoga, or swimming helps reduce pain and supports hormone balance. At The Dr Jenni Clinic, our Gut and Hormone Specialist, Kara, offers personalised guidance. Kara is a qualified Nutritional Therapist who is passionate about helping people feel their best through tailored nutrition. She focuses on gut health, hormones, and overall wellbeing, with a special interest in supporting women through hormonal changes. With her support, you don’t have to figure it all out alone, together, you can create a plan that works with your body and your lifestyle.
You’re Not Alone and You Deserve Answers
Transitioning from years of pain to a path forward changes everything. You regain a sense of control. You’re not “just tired” or “imagining things” you have a name for what’s happening, and with it comes the opportunity to reclaim your life, your relationships, your confidence.
At The Dr Jenni Clinic (www.drjenni.co.uk), our team delivers care that feels personal, warm, and empowering. We walk alongside you, whether your endometriosis overlaps with perimenopause symptoms or fertility concerns.
Act Now: Your Next Steps
If pelvic pain or any of the symptoms above resonate with you, don’t wait. Contact The Dr Jenni Clinic today, to mention your interest in the Ziwig Endotest ®, and begin the process toward clarity and compassionate care.
You deserve to be seen, heard, and supported. Let’s take that meaningful step together toward certainty, hope, and a life where pain doesn’t define your days.
FAQs
What is the Ziwig Endotest®?
The Ziwig Endotest® is a saliva-based diagnostic test that uses microRNA and AI to detect endometriosis with over 97% sensitivity and 93% specificity.
Who should consider the Ziwig Endotest®?
Women aged 18–43 experiencing pelvic pain, painful periods, infertility, or other endometriosis symptoms.
How is the test done?
You provide a simple saliva sample under clinical guidance, and results are delivered in just a few days.
Where can I get the Ziwig Endotest® in the UK?
You can access the Ziwig Endotest® at The Dr Jenni Clinic. Contact us today to book an appointment.