5 Things I Wish I’d Known about EndometriosisWhen I was first diagnosed with endometriosis, I felt I was missing information around what I could do to improve my symptoms...reactionscomments
Hysterectomy & Weight LossWhen my endometriosis spiraled out of control this year, we did not have very many options left to try to regain control...reactions4comments
A Doctor's Perspective on EndometriosisHaving a good doctor is so important, especially when coping with a chronic illness such as endometriosis. I have been under the...reactionscomments
"Hormone Shopping" and What To Do If Hormones Aren’t WorkingTrying various hormonal options for endometriosis treatment (a.k.a hormone shopping) can cause an array of issues both, emotional and physical. Sometimes your...reactionscomments
The Challenges of Hormone TherapyAs important as hormone therapy is, there are still a lot of difficult things about it - especially things like finding the...reactionscomments
Antioxidants: Helpful for Endo?After my first and only lap over 15 years ago, my doctor offered me only a couple of options for post-surgery treatment...reactionscomments
Endo and Fatigue: A Likely CombinationI recently wrote a post about how those of us with endo- particularly those prone to very heavy and/or prolonged bleeding during...reactionscomments
Endometriosis in Younger WomenEndometriosis is more common than people often realize. It can be found in 70% of young women with very painful periods and...reactionscomments
I Went to a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Here’s What HappenedI wasn’t feeling well. Not like I was sick, but just overall didn’t feel well. I was constantly tired, had a hard...reactionscomments
Cervix Mystery SolvedI know, you see this title and think you are about to read some murder mystery story. And sorry to be so...reactionscomments
Why Birth Control Might Not Work for EndometriosisYears after I stopped taking hormonal birth control — pills and then the NuvaRing — I looked for answers as to why...reactionscomments
3 Signs You Should See A New DoctorLike most people with endometriosis, I cycled through several doctors before finding someone who addressed my condition. But I had to find...reactions2comments
When Sex Hurtsdys·pa·reu·ni·a, dispəˈro͞onēə/noun. definition: difficult or painful sexual intercourse. Source: GoogleDyspareunia- Medical term for painful sex for a woman. Truthfully, it really tells...reactionscomments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help You DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactionscomments
Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
What Does It Mean to Have Shorter Cycles?I got my period ridiculously young at only a few months shy of 10 years-old. As quickly as it came, though, it...reactionscomments
Endometriosis in TeenagersEndometriosis is often associated with adult women (as this is when the condition is typically diagnosed). However, endometriosis can occur in anyone...reactionscomments
Can Endo Cause Urinary Issues? Part IEven though I have had painful periods since I was 11, and IBS since I was 19, I did not experience any...reactionscomments
