The Intersectionality Between Endo and Ehlers Danlos SyndromeSince my diagnosis of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) over a year and a half ago, I began to notice something. Many other...reactionscomments
Everything Aches!Most months, it will happen like this: I will wake one morning aching all over. In those spots of my body that...reactionscomments
New Books That Deal with Women's Pain and EndoAs a dedicated bibliophile, I often have my face nose-deep in a book most of the time when I am not working...reactionscomments
Estrogen and Endo: Lifestyle TipsCheck-out Laura's article "Estrogen & Endo: Dietary Tips"Diet is not the only way one can lower their exposure to environmental and human-made...reactionscomments
Having Both Endometriosis and FibroidsAs an adult, I have had only two surgeries. Yet, both were on my reproductive system to deal with separate (but sometimes...reactions3comments
The Heating Pad: A Must-Have in One's Endo ArsenalBefore I knew I had endo, as a 12 year-old curled into fetal position- sent home yet again from school- a hot...reactions2comments
My Experiences With Hormonal Birth Control: Part 2As I noted in a previous post, I decided to start trying birth control once I went away to college as a...reactionscomments
My Experiences on Hormonal Contraception: Part 1Several years before I ever had my first lap to confirm my suspicion of endometriosis, I broke down and decided I was...reactionscomments
Chasteberry: A Helpful Supplement for Endo?If you have done a lot of exploring on the internet about supplements to treat endo or other reproductive problems, no doubt...reactionscomments
Pad, Tampon, or Cup? My Choices for Period Protection with EndoIn the early years of my period journey, when I was a pre-teen, tampons were placed on a pedestal in terms of...reactionscomments
Can Medical Marijuana Help Alleviate Endo-Associated Pain?In the past few years, the public image of marijuana has evolved quite a bit from its association as a dangerous, mind-altering...reactionscomments
My First Lap - Part 2Read Part 1 here I had begun bleeding by the next day, which the doctor warned me I would...it would be like...reactionscomments
The Role of PMS in EndoAs painful as my periods were from the very beginning of my teen years, I was at least fortunate in that pain...reactionscomments
Dealing with Endo During the Holidays (and Other Special Occasions)It seems that, sometimes, my period has a knack for showing up when it is least expected or wanted. Of course, no...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Estrogen and EndometriosisFor those unfamiliar with the underpinnings of endometriosis, many may be surprised to find out that the disease is often fueled by...reactionscomments
A Hysterectomy for Endo? Part 2Read Part 1 here Earlier this year, actress and show producer Lena Dunham caused a stir when she published an article in...reactionscomments
How Writing and Art Help Me Cope with My EndoI am a longtime writer. Whether it be poetry, essays, journalism or fiction- I love putting pen to paper and coming up...reactionscomments
Estrogen and Endo: Dietary TipsEstrogen and endometriosis are connected, and being aware of the shared connection means that there are things some people can do to...reactions1comment
A Hysterectomy for Endo? Part 1For many years, I was against the idea of having a hysterectomy for any other reason than to treat something very serious...reactionscomments
My First Lap - Part 1In January 2002, I moved from New Paltz, New York to Amherst, Massachusetts shortly after completing college. Unfortunately, my extreme abdominal pain...reactionscomments
