The Endometriosis ToolkitManaging endometriosis symptoms isn’t easy. Because the symptoms can vary so much, it’s sometimes hard to know what you will need to...reactions4comments
When Endo Symptoms Return, Or New Ones Pop UpA few years ago, a lot of my symptoms got worse. I don't know what changed. I'm 38, so maybe it had...reactions11comments
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
A Playlist that Helps Me Cope When I'm on My PeriodWhen I first told my psychiatrist how I felt exhausted and anxious during my period, she recommended that I create a "Period...reactions5comments
Singlehood Made Me Find Empathy ElsewhereSome days I’m OK with being single, others not so much. Yes, it is incredibly bothersome when I am mid-flare-up and have...reactions2comments
The Importance of Getting AwayRecently, my partner and I went up to Perthshire in Scotland. It was kind of a spontaneous trip that was triggered by...reactions3comments
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
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...reactionscomments
Endometriosis in TeensIf you’re a teen dealing with painful periods, you are not alone. Surveys show that 70% to 90% of young people have...reactionscomments
Endometriosis Awareness Starts with Better Sex EducationI don’t know about you, but I didn’t have great sex education when I was in high school. Sure, I was told...reactionscomments
I Don't Need SolutionsEndometriosis is a b*tch. Pardon my French, but we all know it's true. It's hell to live with the flare-ups, the cramping...reactions1comment
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...reactions2comments
What To Do If You Experience Medical GaslightingIf you have experienced medical gaslighting, here are a few tips that might help: It’s easy for me to sit here and...reactionscomments
Help Your Partner Break the Stress-Inflammation-Pain CycleChronic pain is a commonly reported symptom of endometriosis, perhaps the symptom with the most direct impact on quality of life. Stress...reactionscomments
Why Sharing Our Stories Is ImportantWhen I received my endometriosis diagnosis, it was kind of by accident. I had gone for a laparoscopy following a miscarriage and...reactionscomments
Feeling Wronged by Your DoctorI am hitting the two-year mark of my hysterectomy, which has made me think back to what a struggle it was to...reactions2comments
Three Ways to Lower Stress and Improve Gut HealthI recently discussed three ways that the stress of living with endometriosis can impact gut health and lead to what we call...reactionscomments
Support and Caregiving: A Couple Shares Their StoryJessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together they find ways to manage the condition and support each other through its...reactions4comments
IBS: The Surprising and Frustrating Symptom of EndometriosisIn our Facebook group, we had a discussion about the most frustrating endometriosis symptom. There were the usual suspects - flare-ups, fatigue...reactionscomments
I Tried Sea Swimming With Endometriosis. This Is What HappenedThis last year has been a challenge for many of us. In my case, staying in most of the time meant that...reactionscomments
