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 for people with endometriosis. In particular, the person...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, such as stress, can affect those signals. That's...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 official examination of an actual patient in the...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 and affected by endometriosis, while also giving them...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 sufferers from endometriosis are dealt with can lead...reactions1comment
Lessons from the 2021 Endometriosis In America Survey: Why We Need Better Treatment OptionsThere is no cure for endometriosis. However, there are options to help relieve symptoms. Treatment options can vary depending on age, symptoms, or the stage of endometriosis. In our 2021...reactionscomments
Finally Pregnant!I’m 41 years old, living with endometriosis, and... I'm pregnant! It happened. I got the call from our fertility doctor that our latest round of in-vitro fertilization (IVF) worked. I...reactions8comments
Life with Endometriosis Is Full of Unforgettable MomentsLife with endometriosis is full of milestones. Like the first time we read a list of symptoms and recognize the ones we’ve endured for years. Or the day we are...reactionscomments
Summery Strawberry and Quinoa SaladSalads are a staple in our home, and they’re anything but boring! My partner and I love experimenting with salad combos inspired by different cuisines such as Italian, Persian, and...reactionscomments
What To Do When Your Period Lasts More Than 10 DaysCurrently, I’m on the tenth day of my period. And I only realized this when, suddenly, I ran out of pads (since I haven’t had any periods in two years...reactions4comments
The Endo BowlThe Endo Bowl is a tool I use in clinical practice. It is an adaptation from the popular Buddha bowl, but with an endo twist. The origins of the endo...reactionscomments
Dating With Endometriosis - Can We Not Talk About my Chronic Illness?It finally happened. I like someone. For what seemed like the longest of time, I thought I'd never look at another human being and feel something akin to attraction. I...reactionscomments
The Nexplanon Implant and EndometriosisThe Nexplanon implant is a form of contraception. It consists of a small, thin, flexible, plastic rod that is inserted just under the skin of the upper arm by a...reactions6comments
How Would My Life Have Been Without Endometriosis?I had a hysterectomy four years ago, a decision I’ve never regretted. But sometimes I look back on my sixteen years of menstruating and wonder: How would it have been...reactionscomments
How To Take It EasyIt's hard work managing your health when you have endometriosis. From your stress to your food habits, it can become overwhelming. And taking steps forward can become its own challenges...reactionscomments
Ultimate Endo Care Package Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Ultimate Endo Care Package Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE...reactionscomments
Stress and Wellness“Wellness happens when your body is a place of safety for you even when your body is not necessarily in a safe place. You can be well, even during the...reactions2comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a chronic (long-term) health condition like endometriosis. Often, we...reactionscomments
How a Support Network Can Help You and Your Partner Cope Better with EndometriosisSupporting someone with endometriosis can be a heavy burden to carry, especially if that person’s endo is severe and affects how they are able to live their day-to-day life. You...reactionscomments
Are Ovarian Cancer and Endometriosis Linked?People with both ovarian cancer and endometriosis often ask: Could endometriosis have caused my ovarian cancer? So far, some studies say yes, some say maybe, and some say no. What...reactionscomments
