The Nearly Invisible Battle with EndometriosisI may look healthy, but am I really? Endometriosis, in short, is a disease in which the uterus lining grows outside the uterus on other bodily organs. While this condition...reactionscomments
Sex After a Hysterectomy: My ExperienceWhen I was approaching my hysterectomy, one of the issues at the forefront of my concern was sex. I was mainly concerned that having a hysterectomy would adversely impact my...reactionscomments
When You Finally Find a Doctor Who Listens but Fear Creeps In"This is too good to be true?" I thought to myself as I left my new gynecologist appointment. Have you ever had a thought or feeling like that after a...reactionscomments
How I Explain Endometriosis Pain to Someone Without EndoA podcast host recently interviewed me for a segment about endometriosis pain. Specifically, she wanted me to describe my symptoms in a way that the non-endo crowd could understand. I...reactions5comments
Working Towards a Healthier Evening RoutineI have never been a big TV watcher. I would watch a show here and there, but I wasn’t one to sit down on the couch for hours at a...reactions3comments
Endometriosis 101: A Reading ListWhen I first suspected that I might have endometriosis, I felt adrift. After all, endometriosis remains a misunderstood condition. Many people feel the pressure to remain silent about menstrual pains...reactions1comment
Struggling With the Loneliness That Endometriosis BringsThere are different kinds of loneliness. There’s the one that can afflict us during specific festivities of the year if we don't have a "typical" family dynamic or if we...reactions5comments
Accompany Your Loved One on Their Treatment JourneyThere isn’t currently a be-all and end-all cure for endometriosis, but there are numerous treatment options someone with the condition can choose to help their pain, fertility, or other symptoms...reactionscomments
Guest Post: Research Opportunity From Stellenbosch UniversityWe are excited to share a guest post from researcher Cheryl Eder, Ph.D. candidate at Stellenbosch University in South Africa. My name is Cheryl Eder, and I am currently a...reactionscomments
Fat Patients With Endometriosis Face a Double Whammy of Medical StigmaMost endometriosis patients face a vicious cycle of doctors discrediting their pain. For a fat person, a doctor’s visit may be discouraging at best and dehumanizing at worst. Endometriosis is...reactions6comments
Lessons from the 2021 Endometriosis In America Survey: Quality of Life and CopingEndometriosis is a painful condition that can bring many obstacles in life, along with strong emotions and fears. Endometriosis can impact both daily and long-term quality of life. Endometriosis affects...reactionscomments
My Thoughts on Everything CBD: What Has WorkedI've been a CBD fan since before it became a fad. I'm the sort of person whose eyes light up whenever a new product pops up with this wonderful ingredient...reactions3comments
Body Image During PregnancyI’m going broke just trying to keep up with my ever-changing bra size. I’ve gone through three rounds of new bras, and I pray that this round takes me through...reactionscomments
How to incorporate meal prep into your pain management routineWhen I’m sick, the last thing I want to do is spend time standing over a hot stove. Nonetheless, it’s important to eat well during flare-ups. Endometriosis patients often struggle...reactionscomments
The Mirena Coil and EndometriosisThe Mirena coil (IUS or intrauterine system) is a form of contraception. It consists of a small, plastic T-shaped device that is placed directly into the uterus (womb) by a...reactionscomments
Chronic Pain and the BrainAs someone who commonly treats conditions of chronic pelvic pain, I think it is important to look at how the body responds to long durations of perceived pain. Moreover, what...reactions8comments
Managing Endometriosis Symptoms for Almost 30 YearsI turned 40 this year, and my period started when I was 12. Like a lot of warriors, my symptoms were rough from the beginning. You might wonder what it's...reactions5comments
Living with A Tilted UterusEndometriosis comes with its fair share of obstacles. So when new issues arise, they are the last thing we want to deal with. Since the first time I went to...reactions9comments
Transgender People with Endometriosis Often Suffer in SilenceBefore reading this article, you may consider referring to these vocabulary terms: Because health researchers tend to label menstrual illnesses as "women's diseases," some trans people may not recognize their...reactionscomments
Questions to Ask Your Pelvic Floor Physical TherapistPelvic floor physical therapy is one treatment option for managing the pain and symptoms of endometriosis. But, where do you even start?! As an endo warrior, you may wonder what...reactionscomments