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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions3comments
Combatting Hereditary Fears for My DaughtersAs I’ve gotten older and finally been able to manage the “worst” of my endometriosis symptoms, more and more I find myself...reactionscomments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions1comment
Four Things I Have Learned From EndometriosisLiving with endometriosis hasn't been a pleasant ride if I am being completely honest. I've had too many days where I wish...reactions2comments
The Emotional Side of EndometriosisEndometriosis patients understand how difficult the physical symptoms of the disease can be. Those who have endometriosis, on the other hand, are...reactions1comment
Unpacking Internalized AbleismWhen I began my chronic illness journey, I hadn’t heard about internalized ableism, but I wish I had. I might have avoided...reactions1comment
Tips for Getting an Endometriosis DiagnosisIf you start the clock after my first visit with a gynecologist, it took about seven years for me to get my...reactions1comment
Always Trust Your GutWhen you’ve been living with a chronic condition or many chronic conditions, it’s fair to assume that you have been told your...reactions1comment
Non-hormonal Treatments for EndometriosisA variety of treatment options are available for people with endometriosis, ranging from medications to supplements to therapies. Of the medication options...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions7comments
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...reactionscomments
