What to Pack for Laparoscopic SurgeryI had never been in hospital before my first laparoscopy, so when it came to packing my hospital bag, I had no...reactionscomments
How Endometriosis Affects People Of Color: Stories from Our CommunityIn our 2021 Endometriosis In America survey, we looked at how endometriosis affects people of color (POC). More than 1,000 people with...reactionscomments
Reframing Intimate Relationships after a Break-UpOne of the defining symptoms of endometriosis is painful intercourse. This side of the disease can be very challenging, both physically and...reactionscomments
Can Too Many Surgeries Make Endo Worse?A couple of months ago, I was surprised to see someone posting on a social media group I am a part of...reactions2comments
How I Prep for a Flight When My Period Is LateYour brain controls your menstrual cycle. Specifically, the hypothalamus tells your pituitary gland when it's time to have a period. Certain things...reactions2comments
Meet the Endometriosis.net Advocate Team!At Endometriosis.net, we are committed to community. For more than 3 years, we have provided support and information to people living with...reactions3comments
Endometriosis and DepressionTo this day, endometriosis is still a medical condition that can take a long time to be diagnosed. The chronic pain that...reactions1comment
Finally Pregnant!I’m 41 years old, living with endometriosis, and... I'm pregnant! It happened. I got the call from our fertility doctor that our...reactions8comments
Life with Endometriosis Is Full of Unforgettable MomentsLife with endometriosis is full of milestones. Like the first time we read a list of symptoms and recognize the ones we’ve...reactionscomments
What To Do When Your Period Lasts More Than 10 DaysCurrently, I’m on the tenth day of my period. And I only realized this when, suddenly, I ran out of pads (since...reactions4comments
The Endo BowlThe Endo Bowl is a tool I use in clinical practice. It is an adaptation from the popular Buddha bowl, but with...reactionscomments
The Nexplanon Implant and EndometriosisThe Nexplanon implant is a form of contraception. It consists of a small, thin, flexible, plastic rod that is inserted just under...reactions6comments
How Would My Life Have Been Without Endometriosis?I had a hysterectomy four years ago, a decision I’ve never regretted. But sometimes I look back on my sixteen years of...reactionscomments
How To Take It EasyIt's hard work managing your health when you have endometriosis. From your stress to your food habits, it can become overwhelming. And...reactionscomments
Stress and Wellness“Wellness happens when your body is a place of safety for you even when your body is not necessarily in a safe...reactions2comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a...reactionscomments
How a Support Network Can Help You and Your Partner Cope Better with EndometriosisSupporting someone with endometriosis can be a heavy burden to carry, especially if that person’s endo is severe and affects how they...reactionscomments
Staying Cool in the SummerLet’s be honest, endometriosis pain isn’t pleasant any time of year, but summertime just seems to be the worst, in my opinion...reactionscomments
Why More of Us Should Own a TENS UnitWhenever I chat with anyone within the endometriosis community, I am surprised to see that a TENS unit is not something everyone...reactions9comments
Understanding Inflammation and EndometriosisInflammation is a natural process in the body which occurs when there is some kind of injury or threat. The body’s immune...reactionscomments
