a pap smear does not test for endometriosis. there is no simple test for endometriosis. endometriosis is typically diagnosed based on symptoms of very painful periods and painful intercourse. sometimes a procedure called a laparoscopy is performed to confirm and treat endometriosis. during this procedure a small camera is inserted through the belly button to look for endometriosis while you are under general anesthesia.
if you have a pap smear done. how long should you wait to be tested for endometriosis?