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We’re celebrating Women’s Health Month, so I’m going to be talking about some subjects that are typically associated with “women’s health.” But these topics aren’t just important to those who...

Have you ever been on a plane and heard the stewardess say to put your own oxygen mask on first before helping someone else? They do this because we must...

If you have endometriosis, you may struggle to afford pads and tampons. Most menstruating people lose around 2 ounces of blood during their period, and endometriosis can cause you to...

In order to receive a diagnosis for endometriosis, Rita Dwyer, 26, went through a process familiar to many endo warriors. She experienced symptoms for about five years, and found herself...

Editors Note: This article mentions sensitive topics such as miscarriage. When I open my inbox during the first week of May, the subject lines make me cringe. Food delivery services...

Endometriosis, despite being a physical condition, has an undeniable mental aspect. For instance, people with endometriosis have higher instances of depression, anxiety, and self-harm than those without. Another aspect of...

I was at a breastfeeding support group when we were talking about the isolation and loneliness that you can experience in the early days of motherhood. When it was my...

During the Covid-19 pandemic, many people embraced outdoor activities as an escape from quarantine. Being in nature can have positive effects on your mind and your body since the great...

One aspect of a chronic health condition that never seems to be considered is the work involved in managing the condition. The symptoms are not the only issue that an...

I've had three endometriosis surgeries in the past 15 years. I had my first surgery with an excision specialist a little more than a year ago. My surgeon cut out...

Tea is pretty much a staple item in the UK. How you make tea or whether you add sugar or not, can be a controversial topic – and herbal vs...

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Life before and after an endometriosis diagnosis can look dramatically different sometimes. Isabelle's illustration highlights the differences that many face and how an endometriosis diagnosis can change everything...

"What if you never get better?" That's one of the first questions my behavioral health counselor asked me last year. Specifically, she meant: what if your endometriosis pain and digestion...

If you’ve found yourself waiting in a line to use the bathroom, you’re not alone. In 1987, a man and his wife parted ways to use the restroom after they’d...

Dating someone with a chronic illness can be a world of fun. Not! There is the stress of disclosing your private health history to someone that could potentially class you...

It seems like I have spent most of my life attempting to manage my weight. As a teenager, I was underweight despite often eating like a football player. Not too...

The excitement of booking surgery and having high hopes of finding relief shortly after is something I know so many of us have experienced. But what happens when one surgery...

If you have ever had urinary pain and burning that is related to sexual activity, then you may have heard the old adage: “Go and pee immediately after sex to...

Editor's Note: Always check with your doctor before starting a new drug regimen. Did you know that histamine is involved in the growth and inflammation of endometriosis? Mast cells, the...