Endometriosis and How It Has Changed Me As a PersonEndometriosis has changed me. It's as simple as that. I am not the same person I was years before my diagnosis. Honestly, I don't 100% remember who I was before... By Kimberli Davino4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Five Things To Consider if You Have Chronic Bladder Pain With EndoFor many of us with endo, if we get pain in the bladder or urethra or have problems urinating, we naturally might assume that endometriosis is on our bladder. While... By Jessica Duffin, WHC3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
The Benefits of Keeping a Symptom JournalWhen we think about a journal, we think about writing out our feelings or even a list of things for which we’re thankful. Both of those aspects are helpful and... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
It Takes a Village: Finding Support for Endometriosis From Multiple PeopleLiving with a chronic invisible illness like endometriosis has taught me many powerful lessons. One of the most important lessons I learned was not to expect everything you need from... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Never Accept “I Don’t Know” When Seeking a DiagnosisNavigating an endometriosis diagnosis can be incredibly challenging. For many of us, it will involve a myriad of doctors' appointments and disappointing treatment strategies, and even misdiagnoses. Endometriosis is also... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Surgery Recovery Went For MeAs someone with stage 4, deep infiltrating endometriosis, I am quite familiar with surgery. My first ablation was in 2009, and I had another six months later in 2010. Then... By Katrina Martin6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Managing Weight With EndometriosisCan we talk about the weight fluctuations with endometriosis? As women, there are deeply rooted messages about our appearance and our self-image that certainly don’t set the stage for a... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Endometriosis and Autoimmune DiseasesWhile not officially classified as an autoimmune disease, there are many doctors and other health professionals who support and recognize endometriosis as an autoimmune disease, despite its unofficial classification. Endometriosis... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Vitamin D and Immunity: Is My Supplement Why I Get Sick Less Often?I used to catch a cold at the drop of a hat. If someone near me sneezed, chances were that I'd show symptoms within a day. But I haven't had... By Keri Wiginton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Life With Endometriosis Made Me ThriftyRight now, money is a constant worry on my mind. It's no secret to anyone living with endometriosis that this disease sabotages career paths, severely limiting a person’s income. While... By Jessa F2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
"Get Well Soon" and Other Well-Intended Phrases That I Wish Allies Would Stop Saying"I haven't seen you around the office recently! Were you on vacation?" My coworker greeted me during lunch when I returned to the office. "No," I responded. "I wasn't feeling... By Laken Brooks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Endo Life in the SummerSummertime is all about swimming, hiking, and enjoying activities outdoors. But endometriosis can make summertime anything but carefree. We want to enjoy all the summertime activities, but they can become... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Small Window into Living with Chronic PainI recently hurt my back. I’ve always had a somewhat weak back and can strain it easily, but years of core strengthening and stretching mostly nullified these issues, and I... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
5 Things I’ve Learned: Endo EditionI’ve had pelvic and lower abdominal pain since I was 14, along with intense life-altering cramps. Like most, I wasn’t diagnosed for over a decade. In those years, I researched... By Amber Blackburn, RN2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Managing Burnout from Endometriosis TreatmentBurnout is a concept that is mostly heard when applied to the professional environment, as a state of physical and emotional exhaustion, an inability to cope with professional demands, and... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Self-Care for Endometriosis (and Other Chronic Conditions)One condition. Two conditions. Chronic conditions for me and you. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “six out of ten American adults have at least one chronic... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
How to Get a Good Night Sleep With EndometriosisEndometriosis can be a real pain – literally and figuratively. One of the most frustrating aspects of endo life is its impact on your sleep. Whether it’s a pain, hormonal... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Flawed Pain Scales: What to Do When Emojis Fail to Describe Your PainWhen I last visited the gynecologist, I waited for my doctor in the exam room. On the door, I saw a poster. "How are you feeling?" the sign read. It... By Laken Brooks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What Has Your Surgical Journey With Endometriosis Been Like?Many people living with endometriosis have had to endure multiple surgeries in an attempt to try and correct some of the complications known to happen from endometriosis. To better understand... By Endometriosis.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
On Progress When Managing EndoI never thought I’d find the idea of lemon zest so joyous, but at the sound of my partner the other night saying, ‘I think I’m going to try adding... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments