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...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What No Longer Having a Period Has Been LikeAs I approach this upcoming anniversary, it got me thinking about when I had my period. I started reading over some of my posts on here that I wrote in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Creamy Vegan LasagnaWhile I normally favor quick and simple recipes, there is something intensely rewarding about spending an hour cooking a lasagna. Not only it’s a comforting meal, but it’s perfect to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Can You Juice During Pregnancy?Fresh pressed green juice is often touted as the most nourishing substance you can put in your body. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals from ingredients like organic kale, celery...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Endo in the NewsThere’s so much we don’t understand about endometriosis, and it’s such a common condition, but it’s rarely in the news. This month is different! Here’s some exciting new information about...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Endometriosis Made My Pregnancy BetterI know it sounds crazy... How could this chronic illness that wreaks havoc in your body and in your life, make anything “better.” Yet here I am – admittedly just...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How I Manage PMS-InsomniaI've written about menstrual-related hypersomnia. That's when I sleep a lot more than usual before my period starts. But I actually get pre-menstrual insomnia way more often. I usually struggle to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments