How Does the CA125 Test Work?As part of the process of checking out endometriosis, your doctor may request some special blood tests called CA125 and CA 19-9...reactions1comment
Who Says You Can’t Get Pregnant?As I continued on my fertility journey with endometriosis at 41 years old, I was wondering if my time of getting pregnant...reactionscomments
Supporting Someone with Suspected Endometriosis on Their Journey to DiagnosisThe journey from the onset of symptoms to a definitive diagnosis of endometriosis can be a long and complicated one. In the...reactionscomments
The COVID-19 Vaccine and Endometriosis: Stories from Endo WarriorsMany endo warriors have questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Some want to know if getting the vaccine will impact their endometriosis...reactions13comments
My Body Isn’t a Rotten Fruit: How a Conversation With My Grandmother Changed My Perspective on EndometriosisIf you’ve ever menstruated, you may have accepted your pain as an unfortunate inevitability. Women are often encouraged to keep silent about...reactions1comment
Warm Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato SaladThis is, by far, my favorite warm salad to make during the winter months. It is delicious and filling, full of nutrients...reactionscomments
Visceral Manipulation For Bladder and Pelvic PainMy urogynecologist set me up with a new pelvic floor therapist recently. This one is supposed to help with my bladder pain...reactions2comments
Anti-Nausea Remedies During PregnancyNausea and vomiting are two of the most common symptoms during pregnancy. In fact, 70-80% of women experience nausea and vomiting during...reactionscomments
Sex with a Chronic Condition: An Interview with Sex Therapist Lauren Dicair – Part 2September is Sexual Health Awareness Month, and this is part 2 of 2 of our series, Sex with a Chronic Condition. Read...reactionscomments
Sex with a Chronic Condition: An Interview with Sex Therapist Lauren Dicair – Part 1September is Sexual Health Awareness Month, and this is part 1 of 2 of our series, Sex with a Chronic Condition. We...reactionscomments
What to Pack for Laparoscopic SurgeryI had never been in hospital before my first laparoscopy, so when it came to packing my hospital bag, I had no...reactionscomments
How Endometriosis Affects People Of Color: Stories from Our CommunityIn our 2021 Endometriosis In America survey, we looked at how endometriosis affects people of color (POC). More than 1,000 people with...reactionscomments
Three Ways Stress Can Impact Gut Health with EndoEndometriosis is, arguably, not an easy condition to live with. Many of us with endo experience ongoing stress and this can be...reactions1comment
Reframing Intimate Relationships after a Break-UpOne of the defining symptoms of endometriosis is painful intercourse. This side of the disease can be very challenging, both physically and...reactionscomments
Pumpkin Pie SmoothieThis smoothie provides an endo-friendly way to enjoy the classic flavors of this season. My partner has received numerous comments from people...reactions2comments
Can Too Many Surgeries Make Endo Worse?A couple of months ago, I was surprised to see someone posting on a social media group I am a part of...reactions2comments
How I Prep for a Flight When My Period Is LateYour brain controls your menstrual cycle. Specifically, the hypothalamus tells your pituitary gland when it's time to have a period. Certain things...reactions2comments
What Will Happen When I Go To Pelvic Floor PT?I've been a pelvic floor physical therapist for six years now, and yet it seems like yesterday when I performed my first...reactions1comment
Meet the Endometriosis.net Advocate Team!At Endometriosis.net, we are committed to community. For more than 3 years, we have provided support and information to people living with...reactions3comments
Endometriosis and DepressionTo this day, endometriosis is still a medical condition that can take a long time to be diagnosed. The chronic pain that...reactions1comment
