Let's Talk About Ovulation PainWhen I was 16, I went to the ER because of a sharp pain in my lower right side. I thought my...reactions6comments
Will a Hysterectomy Help My Endometriosis?Just as endometriosis symptoms are different for each person, results of therapy differ as well. This can make it difficult to choose...reactionscomments
Endometriosis of the Kidneys and BladderEndometriosis is well known for causing pelvic area problems, like painful periods. As if that wasn’t hard enough, endometriosis can show up...reactions1comment
Treatment Regrets: The Challenges of Treating and Managing EndometriosisEndometriosis is a difficult disease to treat. As an estrogen-dependent, inflammatory, and typically progressive condition, options for treating and managing endometriosis range...reactionscomments
Should I Try This Endometriosis Treatment?It’s an important question, isn’t it? Should I try this treatment? When I was first diagnosed with endometriosis, I very rarely questioned...reactionscomments
Adhesions, Cysts, and PolypsA few weeks back, I underwent some tests to determine the cause of the discomfort I have been experiencing since my surgery...reactions4comments
Endometriosis and Cancer: What Does The Research Show?It is not uncommon for people with endometriosis to be concerned about their risk of developing cancer in the future. Cancer and...reactionscomments
Surprising SymptomsWhen you think of endometriosis symptoms, you probably think of heavy periods, excess bleeding, pelvic pain, and maybe infertility. While these symptoms...reactionscomments
Menopause and EndometriosisIn endometriosis, cells similar to the lining of the uterus grows in other places, like it does inside the uterus the tissue...reactions2comments
The Endometriosis Treatment JourneyAlthough there is no scientific consensus on a cure for endometriosis, there are many treatment options available to manage symptoms. The large...reactionscomments
The Link Between Histamine Intolerance and EndometriosisHistamine intolerance occurs when there is too much histamine build-up in the body, which can worsen endometriosis symptoms. Histamine is a naturally...reactions1comment
Migraines and EndometriosisThose of us with endometriosis are more likely to suffer from migraines. If you suffer from migraines, you will know that they...reactions2comments
What Does Having a Tipped Uterus Mean?Several years before I had my first lap and had been formally diagnosed with endo, an ultrasound technician told me during a...reactionscomments
What is an Endometrioma?With the onset of my last period, something horrible happened. Only a few hours after I had begun bleeding, I started to...reactionscomments
A Guide to Your Office Visit: Part 1Let’s face it: going to the doctor can be intimidating. If you’re in pain, worried, and not feeling well, it can be...reactionscomments
Diaphragmatic EndometriosisWhen tissue called endometrium grows outside of your uterus, it causes endometriosis, a painful pelvic condition. Most of the time, endometriosis affects...reactions4comments
Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis: Rare or Just Underdiagnosed?Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue like the lining of a woman’s uterus grows outside the uterus. The tissue reflects the...reactionscomments
Not All Providers Are Created Equal: Results of the 2021 Endometriosis In America SurveyEndometriosis is complex to diagnose, difficult to treat, and challenging to manage – all of which makes finding the right healthcare providers...reactionscomments
Low Progesterone and EndometriosisOften when endometriosis is discussed, the main sex hormone that is referred to is estrogen, which makes sense given endometriosis is an...reactionscomments
Silent or Asymptomatic EndometriosisEndometriosis commonly causes pain and infertility, however 20 to 25% of women have no symptoms at all. Additionally, if endometriosis is diagnosed...reactionscomments
