Understanding Thoracic EndometriosisWhen I was diagnosed with endometriosis and started doing my own research, it took me a really long time to learn about...reactions9comments
Is Your “Clean” Home a Toxic Dump?It feels so good to have a clean home. Not just one that is tidy but clean – dusted, disinfected, and polished...reactionscomments
The Beginning of My Endometriosis JourneyLike millions of Americans, I have had periods of my life during which I had no health insurance. When I finished graduate...reactionscomments
How Yoga Has Helped My PainI know many of you reading the title are probably rolling your eyes right now. I did the same exact thing when...reactionscomments
Estrogen and Endo: Lifestyle TipsCheck-out Laura's article "Estrogen & Endo: Dietary Tips"Diet is not the only way one can lower their exposure to environmental and human-made...reactionscomments
Recovering From A LaparoscopySince my diagnosis, I’ve had two laparoscopic surgeries. The first one only involved the removal of a polyp, so the recovery was...reactionscomments
Coping with Endometriosis-Related FatigueChronic fatigue is a common symptom of endometriosis but it isn’t often talked about. Fatigue is associated with insomnia, pain, inflammation, long-term...reactionscomments
How to Eat Out with Food IntolerancesIdentifying food intolerances can be incredibly liberating. However, it can also be isolating and socially challenging if you’re trying to eat out...reactionscomments
Do Birth Control Pills Really Work for Endometriosis?Endometriosis is a relatively common disease, affecting more than 10-20% of women of childbearing age, totaling around 176 million people worldwide. Many...reactionscomments
Having Both Endometriosis and FibroidsAs an adult, I have had only two surgeries. Yet, both were on my reproductive system to deal with separate (but sometimes...reactions3comments
Why Does Endometriosis Often Go Undiagnosed in Young Women?Endometriosis is a common condition that affects 10-20% of women of childbearing age and 70% of women who experience ongoing pelvic pain...reactionscomments
The Link Between Endometriosis and Mental HealthFor most of my adult life, I have suffered from anxiety and depression. High levels of anxiety would affect my sleeping patterns...reactionscomments
Did Stress Cause My Endometriosis?It’s suggested that stress-related illnesses can drive as much as 9 out of 10 doctor’s appointments. Wow! That’s humbling, in my opinion...reactions1comment
Things To Remember When Endometriosis Has The Upper HandEndometriosis is an illness that affects more than our bodies. It comes with life-disrupting symptoms that can have a deep impact on...reactionscomments
The Heating Pad: A Must-Have in One's Endo ArsenalBefore I knew I had endo, as a 12 year-old curled into fetal position- sent home yet again from school- a hot...reactions2comments
Talking to Your Children about EndometriosisWe don’t tend to talk about endometriosis, because we still don’t really talk about menstruation. At best, society views menstruation as something...reactionscomments
My Experiences With Hormonal Birth Control: Part 2As I noted in a previous post, I decided to start trying birth control once I went away to college as a...reactionscomments
10 Tips to Prepare for SurgeryPreparing for surgery can be frightening... Especially if you have no knowledge on what to expect. Here are 10 helpful hints on...reactionscomments
What My Mom's Journey with Cancer Taught Me about Dealing with Chronic PainWhen my mom's cancer advanced for the first time and she began chemotherapy, her oncologist told her that outside of medicine, exercise...reactionscomments
Yoga in the AirportI’m flying to Hawaii today – my first vacation in five years. I’m incredibly excited, but it also means that I’m going...reactionscomments
