Before your appointment — track & prepare

Track pain: note location (pelvis, lower back, legs), severity (0–10), and triggers
Track your cycle: start/end dates, flow heaviness, and any irregular patterns
Log bowel & bladder symptoms: pain, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, urgency
Record fatigue levels and how often they affect your daily activities or work
Write down how symptoms impact your work, relationships, sleep, and mental health
List all current medications and supplements with doses — including hormonal contraception
List treatments you have already tried and how effective each was
Note relevant family history: endometriosis, fibroids, or autoimmune conditions
Write down your top 3 concerns to raise so you do not forget under pressure
Export or print your symptom tracker report if you use one

What to bring

Symptom diary or printed app report — any amount of history you already have can be useful
Written list of current medications, doses, and duration
Previous test results: blood tests, ultrasounds, laparoscopy reports
Your prepared list of questions (see section below)
A trusted support person — appointments can be emotional
Private health insurance details if applicable