5 Things I’ve Learned: Endo EditionI’ve had pelvic and lower abdominal pain since I was 14, along with intense life-altering cramps. Like most, I wasn’t diagnosed for over a decade. In those years, I researched... By Amber Blackburn, RN2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Managing Burnout from Endometriosis TreatmentBurnout is a concept that is mostly heard when applied to the professional environment, as a state of physical and emotional exhaustion, an inability to cope with professional demands, and... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Self-Care for Endometriosis (and Other Chronic Conditions)One condition. Two conditions. Chronic conditions for me and you. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “six out of ten American adults have at least one chronic... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Combatting Hereditary Fears for My DaughtersAs I’ve gotten older and finally been able to manage the “worst” of my endometriosis symptoms, more and more I find myself thinking about my daughters. Just getting to the... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Get a Good Night Sleep With EndometriosisEndometriosis can be a real pain – literally and figuratively. One of the most frustrating aspects of endo life is its impact on your sleep. Whether it’s a pain, hormonal... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Flawed Pain Scales: What to Do When Emojis Fail to Describe Your PainWhen I last visited the gynecologist, I waited for my doctor in the exam room. On the door, I saw a poster. "How are you feeling?" the sign read. It... By Laken Brooks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
On Progress When Managing EndoI never thought I’d find the idea of lemon zest so joyous, but at the sound of my partner the other night saying, ‘I think I’m going to try adding... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Four Things I Have Learned From EndometriosisLiving with endometriosis hasn't been a pleasant ride if I am being completely honest. I've had too many days where I wish life would just end. As scary as it... By Kimberli Davino3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Unpacking Internalized AbleismWhen I began my chronic illness journey, I hadn’t heard about internalized ableism, but I wish I had. I might have avoided the many times I pushed my body and... By Katrina Martin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tips for Getting an Endometriosis DiagnosisIf you start the clock after my first visit with a gynecologist, it took about seven years for me to get my endometriosis diagnosis. While the word "journey" gets overused these... By Keri Wiginton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Always Trust Your GutWhen you’ve been living with a chronic condition or many chronic conditions, it’s fair to assume that you have been told your symptoms are in your head. Especially if you... By Amber Blackburn, RN4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Endometriosis and IntimacyEndometriosis, and all that comes along with it, isn’t exactly the most romantic experience. I mean, pick any of the many less-than-attractive things to spoil the mood. There’s: It’s all... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Finding Support for Endometriosis FlaresWater bottle: check. Weighted blanket: check. Pain pals: check. I am currently tucked into a ball on my couch. My little fur babies are cuddled into the blanket with me... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dried Fruit and Endo: Are They Pain Triggers?As many people with endo know, we often have multiple other health issues, especially ones affecting our guts. In addition to having endo, I have irritable bowel syndrome, also known... By Laura Kiesel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Biggest Struggle of Life With Chronic FatigueWhile my endometriosis diagnosis was unsurprising, hearing about chronic fatigue rocked my world. Until I read the term on a list of symptoms, I was certain one of my personality... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
The Progression of My SymptomsAlthough we understand more about endometriosis all the time, there is still a high rate of underdiagnosis, and doctors do not catch symptoms early enough. My symptoms began at 11... By Katrina Martin4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Making the Invisible Visible GiveawayThis giveaway is now closed. Thank you to everyone that participated! This year, in honor of March's Endometriosis Awareness Month we've partnered with the amazing company Somedays, which has generously... By Endometriosis.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Endo Patient Partner's Top Five Ways I Support HerMy partner and I are quite the endo team, even if I do say so myself. When we were first together, I tried my best to support her with endo... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How to Find a Good Endometriosis GynecologistWhen it was time to start seeing a gynecologist, I simply made an appointment with the doctor that my older sister went to. My mind was still trying to wrap... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Managing Pets After SurgeryOur furry, feathered, scaled, and other pet friends can provide comfort, support, and companionship that helps us manage the pain and emotional strain of the chronic illness. But what happens... By Katrina Martin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments