Living

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...

Endometriosis is not a well-known or understood condition. What is known is often not totally accurate. When I was diagnosed I felt so alone because no one I knew had it...

Prior to endometriosis, I was a very active individual. I participated in the drill team at school, trained horses in the evening, and barrel raced on the weekends. I was...

The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What types of media...

Editors Note: Always talk to your doctor if you have any questions about making a change in your medications. I've never been able to have a medication-free period. Well, not...

When my partner was on her period this month, she sent me on a mission for snacks. This is a common assignment for partners, confirmed by hauls I’ve seen posted...

Two illnesses that don’t play well together are endometriosis and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). Mast cells live in our bone marrow and tissues, and they are part of our...