Having endometriosis in Ireland is a nightmare. We are being left to languish

 Having endometriosis in Ireland is a nightmare. We are being left to languish

It’s a common disease, and pain is the main symptom. Making codeine painkillers prescription only will exacerbate the problem

Is it for yourself? The woman behind the pharmacy looks at me.
It is, I tell her.
And what will you be using it for?
Theres a pause as I contemplate asserting my right to privacy.
Endometriosis, …