Disability Definitions

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 March 2018

Tuesday, 20 March 2018

Questions (921)

Lisa Chambers

Question:

921. Deputy Lisa Chambers asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if endometriosis is recognised by her Department as a medical condition that may result in some form of disability; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12105/18]

Written answers

Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection

Endometriosis (WHO ICD-10 code N80) is a gynaecological medical condition. It is recognised by this Department as a medical condition which may result in some form of disability. Medical suitability for a disability payment is determined by medical assessment.