Making Recurring ER Trips EasierWhen you’re dealing with any sort of chronic illness, the ER can become a place you visit more than you’d like. It can be because of new symptoms, vomiting, or... By Fela M’tima Dunfee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 immediately seen. Because of this, it’s possible for... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Things I Hate About (My Partner) Having EndoMy partner has a pretty good idea of what foods trigger flare-ups of her endo pain and we do our best to avoid these. Unfortunately for me, these are some... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Managing Endo Belly with The Low-FODMAP Diet: Part 1Gastrointestinal problems are very common in women with endometriosis.1 Probably two-thirds of patients have intestinal cramping, diarrhea, constipation, or painful bowel movements, Dr. Ken Sinervo, medical director at the Center... By Keri Wiginton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I Am So Over Periods!I've come to a very sudden realisation... I have been having periods for around 23 years now! 23 YEARS! I know you're not supposed to like periods as such, and... By Shireen Hand2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Coping with Endometriosis and IBSIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is commonly experienced by women with endometriosis.1 I had always experienced bloating after eating certain foods, but I never really paid much attention to it. After... By Meredith East-Powell, BHSc2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Endometriosis and Premenstrual Dysphoric DisorderFor years, the days right before my period are almost as bad as any flare-up. I experience a severe form of PMS that includes very low moods, and an intense... By Jessa F2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Some Tips & Tricks for Endometriosis PainThroughout the many years of having endometriosis, I have had to pick up some tips and tricks to manage or deal with the pain. I needed options that did not... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connection Between Estrogen and EndometriosisFor those unfamiliar with the underpinnings of endometriosis, many may be surprised to find out that the disease is often fueled by estrogen. Estrogen is the primary female sex hormone... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Top 5 Ways to Stop Sugar Cravings: Part 1Sugar. It’s been referred to as a legal drug. And for good reason. It gives you a high and is incredibly addicting. In fact, sugar lights up the same part... By Alene Brennan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How I Deal with Endo Belly"Are you pregnant?" A line I dreadfully hear often. In all fairness, 99% of the time, I do look like I am carrying twins. So, I can see that being... By Kimberli Davino4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Mass!Check out Thelma's first article, "My Friend, The Stool" Our neat little plan wasn’t so neat anymore. Dr. C found “something”. The “something” I wanted him to discover was a baby... By Thelma Griffin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Does Pumpkin Help to Relieve Cramps?The reasons to enjoy pumpkin this Fall are many. For starters, it’s delicious. The fruit (yup, it’s a fruit!) is also low calorie, high fiber, and loaded with nutrients. And... By Alene Brennan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Bone Broth Made Me Feel WorseRecently, it seemed like everyone was raving about bone broth. It seemed to cure just about everything that could possible ale you. Enthusiasts were starting their day with a cup... By Alene Brennan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Pain My Loved Ones FeelI constantly talk about the pain endometriosis causes me as I live and deal with it. It's horrible, I've said it a million times. I've talked about it, described it... By Lia Rone2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Worst Foods for EndometriosisWe don’t know for sure the exact effects of food on endometriosis, but there are certainly a lot of compelling testimonies from women living with endometriosis who are finding symptom... By Alene Brennan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Not To Say To Someone With EndometriosisThroughout my journey with endometriosis, many non-sufferers have come to me with all sorts of speculations. I would get the feeling that they were trying to cure me. Most know... By Kimberli Davino3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Link Between Stress and EndometriosisI didn’t know it at the time, but by mid-2017, I had the perfect opportunity to evaluate the relationship between my stress levels and my endometriosis. I’d just left a... By Maisha Johnson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How I Prepare for My Period, Part 1When I was diagnosed with endometriosis, I was never prepared for my period. It always took me by surprise, I had no idea how long my cycle was, and my... By Jessica Duffin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Surviving the Workday with EndometriosisI remember the days - pre-laparoscopy - at work with debilitating pain from endometriosis. The cramps made it difficult to even walk to a coworker's office just down the hall... By Alene Brennan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments