TGA approves new medication for treatment of endometriosis symptoms
by Melissa Davey Medical editor from World news | The Guardian on (#6JTBB)
Australian drug regulator gives company green light for tablet - although it won't be subsidised by Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
The first new endometriosis treatment in 13 years - aimed at relieving the debilitating pain many with the condition suffer - has been approved by Australia's drug regulator.
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside it, affecting other organs and leading to inflammation, lesions and scar tissue.
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