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The most devastating effects of endometriosis happen to the person suffering from the disease – excruciating pain and fatigue can make it impossible to have an active social life (and...

"Don't you know a hysterectomy isn't a cure for endometriosis?" "Have you tried *insert a million and one things including yoga and kale*, because that worked for me?!" When I...

Jessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they find ways to manage the condition and support each other through its challenges. Here are 5 questions Jessica has put...

Fatigue is a common symptom for those with endometriosis, and for many it is one of the most difficult and debilitating. We’ve all had days where we’re tired – it’s...

Read Part 1 here How can doctors and other healthcare professionals - the people we go to and depend on - be so cold and cruel to their patients? I...

I was recently interviewed for a podcast about my experience of painful sex due to endometriosis. This wasn’t the first time I’d been interviewed for this subject; I’ve also talked...

It can feel like you need two different wardrobes – one for your bloated days and one for your “normal” days. As if the way we feel when we’re getting...

I’ve been practicing mindfulness meditation regularly for about one year. I practice when I first wake up every morning for 20 minutes and I’ve noticed positive effects both mentally and...

Endometriosis is a fan of the element of surprise. It likes to pop up in the form of disruptive flare-ups, runs to the emergency room, or periods that last for...

Getting a good night’s sleep when you’re dealing with endometriosis isn’t easy. I’ve had many nights where I’ve been awake in pain and wondering if I’ll ever get back to...

It may seem like an oxymoron, but a diet can, in fact, be mood-boosting... And the good news is that it’s a tasty “diet” too. I’m not suggesting that we...

Working became very difficult when my endometriosis got severe. My symptoms had increased tremendously and my heavy bleeding left me crippled. I was needing more bathroom breaks and sitting down...

I’ve spent many hours curled up in a ball on my couch because of endometriosis pain. I’ve lost countless hours with my family and friends because of the incessant pain...

In my last piece on challenges in the workplace with endometriosis, I explained how my issues began when I struggled to keep up with my healthy and energetic team, in...

You might remember a little while ago, I wrote about my positive experiences in the workplace, and how I ensured they stayed that way. Today, I want to dive in...

When someone is diagnosed with cancer, they tend to get referred to specialists quite promptly. The same happens to people with knee injuries or those with cardiac issues. But for...

Between fluctuating hormones and stress, acne can sometimes be a daily issue. I know I’ve struggled with it since I was a teenager and first got my period. Because of...

Many people with endometriosis experience "endo belly," or severe bloating related to their endometriosis. Endo belly symptoms can vary from person to person but are often linked to endometriosis flares...

When talking about symptoms of endometriosis, we mainly talk about heavy, painful periods, cramping, and pelvic pain. But we rarely talk about painful sex. Even the doctors I saw for...

I'm not sure when I first heard about grounding — the practice of connecting with the Earth's surface directly with your skin. But since I'm always on board with hanging...