Non-hormonal Treatments for EndometriosisThere are a variety of treatment options available for endometriosis. I have experience with a variety of these options, but this article focuses on some of the medication treatments. One... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Endometriosis and IntimacyEndometriosis, and all that comes along with it, isn’t exactly the most romantic experience. I mean, pick any of the many less-than-attractive things to spoil the mood. There’s: It’s all... By Alene Brennan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Finding Support for Endometriosis FlaresWater bottle: check. Weighted blanket: check. Pain pals: check. I am currently tucked into a ball on my couch. My little fur babies are cuddled into the blanket with me... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dried Fruit and Endo: Are They Pain Triggers?As many people with endo know, we often have multiple other health issues, especially ones affecting our guts. In addition to having endo, I have irritable bowel syndrome, also known... By Laura Kiesel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Biggest Struggle of Life With Chronic FatigueWhile my endometriosis diagnosis was unsurprising, hearing about chronic fatigue rocked my world. Until I read the term on a list of symptoms, I was certain one of my personality... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
The Progression of My SymptomsAlthough we understand more about endometriosis all the time, there is still a high rate of underdiagnosis, and doctors do not catch symptoms early enough. My symptoms began at 11... By Katrina Martin4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Making the Invisible Visible GiveawayThis giveaway is now closed. Thank you to everyone that participated! This year, in honor of March's Endometriosis Awareness Month we've partnered with the amazing company Somedays, which has generously... By Endometriosis.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Endo Patient Partner's Top Five Ways I Support HerMy partner and I are quite the endo team, even if I do say so myself. When we were first together, I tried my best to support her with endo... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
How to Find a Good Endometriosis GynecologistWhen it was time to start seeing a gynecologist, I simply made an appointment with the doctor that my older sister went to. My mind was still trying to wrap... By Alene Brennan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Managing Pets After SurgeryOur furry, feathered, scaled, and other pet friends can provide comfort, support, and companionship that helps us manage the pain and emotional strain of the chronic illness. But what happens... By Katrina Martin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Supporting Your Liver for EndometriosisYour liver plays a crucial role in the balance of your hormone levels. The liver is responsible for packaging up used estrogen and delivering it to the gut, ready to... By Jessica Duffin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Giving Yourself IVF MedicationIt seems like everyone I know is struggling to get pregnant. Their heart wants a baby, and for whatever reason, their body is against making it happen. It spans all... By Alene Brennan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Life as a Working Mom With EndometriosisBeing a mom is hard. It’s the hardest thing we will likely do in life. There’s no manual or rule book. Just when you think you have it figured out... By Alene Brennan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Not to Say to Someone After Endometriosis SurgeryHere I am. I am sitting here recovering from my fourth endometriosis surgery. You would think after the first few, it would get easier. But honestly, I feel like it... By Kimberli Davino3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Recovery After Severe Blood LossMy latest period was a bloodbath of epic proportions. This won't sound like an exaggeration if you happen to have endometriosis like me. If you don't live with this condition... By Jessa F2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
I Tried Meditating For a Month. Here's What I Learned.When I read about how meditation can help some people manage chronic pain, I was dubious. After a month of meditation, I have not 'cured' my ADHD or my endometriosis... By Laken Brooks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Importance of Found FamilyMany people with endometriosis struggle with infertility. When I realized that I experienced some of these challenges, I mourned. I wondered why I was sad because I had never planned to... By Laken Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Endometriosis and Chronic FatigueAs the weather turns for the worst outside, I find myself in the middle of a dog pile in the living room. I am snuggled in with a good blanket... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Rectal Pain and Endometriosis: Here’s What Eased My SymptomsMy bowel movements usually don't hurt on the way to my rectum. It's the pain after I poop that can be an issue. Sorry for these graphic details, but these cramps feel... By Keri Wiginton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Conditions Associated With Endo That You Should Know About to Support Your Partner FullyI've written before about how educating yourself about your endometriosis and your loved ones' symptoms is a great way to support them. It not only gives you a better understanding... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments