Getting Diagnosed With Endometriosis Is Emotionally ComplicatedIn the UK, my home country, it still takes a whopping 7.5 years to get diagnosed with endometriosis. It is a lengthy...reactionscomments
The Invisibility of PainPain can be classified as an “invisible” symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, pain cannot be...reactionscomments
Community Experiences with HysterectomyEndometriosis is tough to live with. Not only is the physical pain often intolerable, but the answers to dealing with it are...reactionscomments
Navigating Toxic Relationships When Living With EndometriosisAs a human being, I am supposed to be a social animal. However, when I am suffering from a painful endometriosis flare-up...reactionscomments
When Endometriosis Causes Infertility or Pregnancy ComplicationsFor women who want children, there is nothing more emotionally devastating than issues getting and staying pregnant. When it comes to trying...reactionscomments
Who Do You Share Your Fertility Journey With?Trying to get pregnant, especially with a history of endometriosis, is an uncertain road. There are a lot of unknowns and what...reactionscomments
Could a Hernia Be Causing Your Pelvic Pain?For as long as I can remember, I have had some sort of pelvic pain. The type of pain that would just...reactionscomments
Workplace Accommodations for EndometriosisWhen we think of workplace accommodations, we often think that this means special chairs, or adaptable keyboards, or ergonomic mice. In the...reactionscomments
Taste of MotherhoodAs somebody who has had stage 4 endometriosis since I was 14, I have been aware of potential fertility issues for an...reactionscomments
Navigating Insurance… Without Losing Your MindLiving with three autoimmune diseases and a long history of debilitating migraines, my medical insurance is on speed dial. Did the medication...reactionscomments
What I Do When Endometriosis Turns to AngerWe all know mood swings are normal. Some days are just rough, leaving us angry or mad. But for me, I have...reactionscomments
Is My Skin Pain Linked to Endometriosis?My skin gets really sensitive sometimes. A light touch can feel like a burn. Even brushing my hair will hurt. Normally, these...reactions2comments
How Does A Couple Balance Having Fun At The Weekends With Keeping On Top Of Endometriosis Symptoms?Jessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they find ways to manage the condition and support each other through its...reactionscomments
The Challenges Of Endometriosis: From Pain during Sex to Effects on Quality of LifeEndometriosis affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. Endometriosis is both mental and physical, and many feel overwhelmed by it. Many...reactionscomments
Overcoming Ambivalence over Surgery for My AdenomyosisWhen I was college age and suffering from what I highly suspected was endometriosis, I promised myself I would never have a...reactionscomments
When Motivation is LowI am forever grateful for everyone who came before me to discover the therapeutic benefits of using food as medicine. Removing gluten...reactionscomments
Navigating an Elimination Diet as a CoupleJessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they find ways to manage the condition and support each other through its...reactionscomments
Knowledge Is Only Potential PowerWe have all heard the line that “knowledge is power”. As someone who is passionate about learning, I’ve always loved this line...reactionscomments
What Being An Endometriosis Health Coach Has Taught Me So FarIt feels like it’s been years, but soon I’ll be approaching my sixth month mark of starting my endometriosis health coaching practice...reactionscomments
Progress Isn’t Always a Straight Line: Struggles with Managing Endometriosis SymptomsJessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they battle endometriosis as a team. But that battle isn’t always straightforward, and...reactions2comments
