What I Gained from Learning about the Mind-Body ConnectionDespite the pain and angst I experienced after being diagnosed with endometriosis at a young age, I was fortunate to survive my...reactionscomments
The Struggles of Working with EndoI’ve been on disability for a year now, after applying for 3 long and exhausting years. Throughout that time, I’ve lived with...reactionscomments
Strengthening the Core and EndoI've been hearing it for decades now: "Having a strong core is integral to being healthy". When my low back and hip...reactionscomments
Different Types of Pain and Words to Describe ItHaving a chronic illness means you are constantly dealing with different types of pain. What I find really hard is trying to...reactionscomments
Why Are We Not Talking About Fatigue and Endometriosis?When talking about endometriosis, the press often shares stories of pain, infertility, and lengthy diagnosis times. But endometriosis doesn’t just end there...reactionscomments
Best Fall Smoothie for EndometriosisMagnesium. Omega-3 fatty acids. Fiber. These all have powerful health benefits for managing symptoms of endometriosis. They all also happen to be...reactionscomments
The Process of Trying Different HormonesWhen it comes to asking your doctor about hormones, it can be nerve wracking. Hormones can be challenging, affecting each woman’s bodies...reactionscomments
Doctor Tip: Be Specific About Your SymptomsIn an ideal world, a doctor would talk with you for hours to suss out your symptoms. But in reality, the onus...reactionscomments
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Its Connection to EndoIn a prior post, I talked about the role of central sensitization in the development of chronic pelvic pain (CPP) in women...reactionscomments
Planting the Seeds of ReliefSeeds, by their very nature, hold a lot of potential. They have everything they need to grow into a full-grown plant. As...reactionscomments
1 Year Anniversary: Hot Stuff Giveaway- This giveaway has endedThis giveaway has ended. August marks the 1 year anniversary of the Endometriosis.net community! In celebration of one year full of meaningful...reactionscomments
When Sex is Not PossibleI wrote before about having sex when you have endometriosis. But what if endometriosis makes it impossible to have sex at all?...reactionscomments
Dealing With NauseaI'm certain that we have all felt nausea at some point in our journey with endometriosis. It is a horrible feeling of...reactions5comments
The Realities of Life with Endometriosis: Results from the 2019 Endometriosis In America SurveyEndometriosis is not “just bad periods”, it’s so much more. A condition that impacts 1 in 10 women, endometriosis can cause frequent...reactionscomments
How To Support Your Partner With Endometriosis: Read ThisThis is a simple guide for understanding and supporting someone with endometriosis, written by the partner of someone with endometriosis, for other...reactionscomments
Dear Doctor: Telling Me "It Could Be Worse" Doesn't HelpMy diaphragm started feeling sore a couple of years ago. At its worst, it feels like a severe side stitch, the pain...reactionscomments
The Best Foods to Alleviate BloatingLiving with endometriosis can make your stomach feel like it’s constantly in a “muffin top” state. Getting dressed can be an extremely...reactionscomments
Cervix: Take It or Leave It?I recently wrote about whether or not I should take out my fallopian tubes when I get my hysterectomy. I am still...reactionscomments
Managing Chronic FatigueChronic fatigue: It’s more than just being tired. “Pure exhaustion” doesn’t even adequately describe it. It’s a full-body, down-to-the-bones fatigue. The kind...reactionscomments
Dealing with Endometriosis Surgery Together: Part 2In their first installment of this two-part series on surgery, Jess and Chris covered some of the pre-surgery topics, such as appointments...reactionscomments
