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Supporting someone who has a chronic illness like endometriosis means different things for different people. It can mean physical support to cover when symptoms are bad, or emotional support when...

If you’ve struggled more with endometriosis symptoms during the pandemic, you’re not alone. A new survey describes how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people living with endometriosis. Not surprisingly, people...

We all know what it is like to dread our periods and the nightmare of trying to plan around them. I am sure we all have some failure horror stories...

Some studies have suggested that diet and support our journey in managing endometriosis. In particular fiber tends to play a key role. A fiber-rich diet can not only support our...

When you think of conceiving a baby, it’s easy to have a vision of a romantic evening with our significant other that’s filled with passion and romance. And then there’s...

If you have experienced medical gaslighting, here are a few tips that might help: It’s easy for me to sit here and tell you to take a step back from...

Some of my right-sided pain started getting a lot worse about six years ago, especially with exercise. Sex started to hurt again, too. I was sure these issues were related...

Endometriosis pain is something I do not wish on anyone. It is one of the hardest pains to explain though, to those not dealing with it. Most doctors try to...

Our society is obsessed with dieting and exercising, shaming those who are even the slightest overweight. Some of this is luckily changing as the body positivity movement is trying to...

As an endometriosis patient, I’ve often said “nothing works” or “there is no use” whenever the subject of treatment comes up. Curling in excruciating pain, or horizontal with no strength...

Jessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they battle endometriosis as a team. Jessica and Chris discuss the changing nature of managing endometriosis, and how their knowledge, hopes...

We all need community. Communities are safe spaces for growth and connection. Here at Endometriosis.net, we strive to be a community that gives back in many ways. To learn more...

How did you do on our first and second Test Your Knowledge quizzes? Are you ready for round 3? In this quiz, we will find out how much you know...

Most of my friends are coupled up rather happily. Lately, because of all of the restrictions around social life, I have ended up being the third wheel with one particular...

It can be really hard to find a specialist. That’s because endometriosis falls under the umbrella of gynecology. But to treat it well, OB-GYNs need advanced surgical training. Usually that’s...

Endometriosis has left literal scars on my body. My belly is pockmarked with evidence of various laparoscopies, my hysterectomy, and two C-sections, as well as stretch marks because of two...

We all have done it before, at least once. We put a smile on and push through the day, even if we are in excruciating pain. Most days, I am guilty...

Many people dealing with the pain of endometriosis find that there comes a time to start exploring alternative medicine. Some choose non-medical solutions before committing to medical treatment options like...

Jess’ love for desserts is so deep that she dreams of one day releasing a sugar-free endo-friendly dessert book! Chris’ love for desserts is equally as dedicated and we spend...

Jessica has endometriosis and is an endometriosis health coach, and Chris is her partner. Jessica and Chris have been using diet to manage Jess’ endometriosis symptoms for years – here...