Endometriosis and Cancer: What Does The Research Show?It is not uncommon for people with endometriosis to be concerned about their risk of developing cancer in the future. Cancer and endometriosis can sometimes occur together. According to our...reactionscomments
Terms and Conditions for 3rd Birthday GiveawayUpdated: May, 2020 Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Endometriosis.net Birthday Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID...reactionscomments
Being Open about Pain and Discomfort with Your Loved OnesJessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they battle endometriosis as a team. Jessica and Chris discuss being open with your partner when it comes to pain and...reactions1comment
A Hysterectomy Doesn't Cure EndometriosisAbout four years ago, I had a total hysterectomy for my endometriosis. It’s the best decision I’ve ever made. I felt so much better right after the surgery. Even when...reactionscomments
Letting Go of My Plan to HealI love to have a plan. If there’s a goal or an outcome that I desire, I want a plan to get there. What can I expect, what actions do...reactionscomments
Endometriosis and Fibromyalgia: Dual TreatmentsEndometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. Additionally, endometriosis can take an average of 4 – 7...reactions2comments
Balancing Career and FamilyI’m a working mom. I’m also the main breadwinner of the family, so I’ve always had to balance my career with my family. That is hard enough at the best...reactionscomments
Nesting for PregnancyNesting typically happens towards the end of pregnancy and is defined as the “overwhelming desire to get your home ready for your new baby” according to the American Pregnancy Association...reactionscomments
What Does Endometriosis Pain Feel Like?Endometriosis pain is debilitating. In fact, according to our 2020 Endometriosis In America survey, 94 percent of respondents have experienced painful periods, 91 percent have experienced abdominal pain or cramping...reactions3comments
Quinoa PopsSo many cereals, even the 'healthy' ones, have a really high sugar content per serving. Whilst this is fine every now and again, it's not how you want to start...reactionscomments
Medical Treatments for Endometriosis: Which is Best? Part 1Hormones are powerful messengers in the body: chemicals made in one area that affect cells in other areas. Estrogen and progesterone are two major hormones that are important in the...reactionscomments
Medical Treatments for Endometriosis: Which is Best? Part 2Read Part 1Here, Dr. Audrey Sheridan explores hormonal treatment options for endometriosis, including IUDs and DepoProvera. There are two main types of IUD. One type has no hormones, but is...reactionscomments
The Emotional Roller Coaster that is EndoIt caught me totally off guard. I was in the middle of a road trip, two hours from my destination when I pulled over to get gas. As I was...reactionscomments
Take the Allergies In America Survey!The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in many forms, with widespread and serious effects on...reactionscomments
Advice for Those Newly Diagnosed with EndometriosisFor many women, one of the biggest challenges of endometriosis is the often long, complicated journey to finally finding a name for their collective symptoms. Once you do finally find...reactions2comments
Could Menstrual Leave be Helpful for Endometriosis?You may have heard about menstrual leave in the media. Most recently, an Indian company (Zomato) gained some press from giving menstruating employees 10 days off per year. Menstrual leave...reactions4comments
How Not to Store Your Coconut MilkMany of us in the endometriosis community have explored and adopted a dairy-free diet. It has helped some endosisters experience relief from their symptoms. Thankfully there are many great alternatives...reactionscomments
Your Body is Healthy… but Your Mind is NotThe words stung. My defenses immediately went up. “Your body is healthy, but your mind is not.” What does that even mean? I was filled with so much hope and...reactionscomments
A Guide to Your Office Visit: Part 1Let’s face it: going to the doctor can be intimidating. If you’re in pain, worried, and not feeling well, it can be even more difficult. The medical language can be...reactionscomments
A Guide to Your Office Visit: Part 2Read Part 1 herePart 2: For Those Who Want the Details As Thomas Jefferson said, knowledge is power. Here are some more specific medical terms to give your power for...reactionscomments
