The Barriers to Care for Trans and Nonbinary FolksAuthor note: Quest uses they/them and he/him pronouns interchangeably. I will use both pronouns for them throughout this article. Picture this: you’ve...reactionscomments
Mindful Eating and Appetite Loss: Recovering the Joy of EatingIf I had to describe my current state, I’d say I am, mostly and quite definitely, hungry. Yet, despite my hunger pans...reactionscomments
Creating a Feel-Good Period RoutineI’m going to say something that I know might be a sensitive topic for some: I look forward to having my periods...reactions5comments
Tips to Managing Endometriosis Flare-UpsIf you have endometriosis, you may get a worsening of pain or other symptoms from time to time. Inflammation and hormonal fluctuations...reactions2comments
7 Surprising Techniques to Managing Mood SwingsMy friends describe me as optimistic, loyal, and determined. Anger or irritability are certainly not traits of my normal character. Yet, they...reactions2comments
Tips For Home After Exploratory LaparoscopyHave you had exploratory laparoscopy surgery to see if endometriosis is the cause of your undiagnosed abdominal or pelvic pain? After this...reactionscomments
It's Okay to Ask for Help. Really.In the last month, I added another fun situation to my already complex health picture: concussion recovery. Can you detect the sarcasm...reactions4comments
The Physical Symptoms and Complications of EndometriosisWhen it comes to endo, the complications and physical symptoms can vary greatly from person to person. We sat down with 4...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions1comment
"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...reactions1comment
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...reactions2comments
