Diagnosis MisunderstoodWhen it comes to endometriosis and diagnosis, on paper, it can seem fairly straightforward. But to a thirteen year old girl, it...reactionscomments
Recurrence of EndometriosisThe tissue that lines the uterus is known as endometrium. Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which endometrial-like tissue grows outside of...reactionscomments
Why I Decided To Treat My Endometriosis HolisticallyIt was 2015. I was in a coffee shop in Cape Town, drinking my first of many coffees for the day, when...reactions1comment
My Experience with AcupunctureWhy would I allow someone to put needles in my body? And on top of that, why would I PAY someone to...reactionscomments
Is Endometriosis a Progressive Condition?The tissue that lines the uterus is known as endometrium. Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which endometrial-like tissue grows outside of...reactionscomments
Estrogen and Endo: Dietary TipsEstrogen and endometriosis are connected, and being aware of the shared connection means that there are things some people can do to...reactions1comment
Why I Listened to My Doctor Instead of My InstinctFrom a young age, I’ve always played an active role in my health. I know my body best- I’m the one living...reactionscomments
When Hormonal Birth Control Just Makes Everything Worse - My Early Treatment ExperiencesOne of the first go-to treatment options for endometriosis, especially at the time of my onset and diagnosis, is hormonal birth control...reactionscomments
Breathing Your Way into Pain ReliefDid you know that we only use about one-sixth of our lung capacity? Pretty crazy, right? We also reverse our breathing over...reactionscomments
Ready or Not, Here Comes EndometriosisI remember getting into the passenger seat of my parent’s SUV, popping in the cassette tape, and staring out the window as...reactionscomments
A Hysterectomy for Endo? Part 1For many years, I was against the idea of having a hysterectomy for any other reason than to treat something very serious...reactionscomments
My First Lap - Part 1In January 2002, I moved from New Paltz, New York to Amherst, Massachusetts shortly after completing college. Unfortunately, my extreme abdominal pain...reactionscomments
My Diagnosis JourneyI got my first period when I was only a few months shy of 10 years-old. For the first few years, my...reactions3comments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous...reactionscomments
Infertility and Pregnancy Complications with EndometriosisEndometriosis is often associated with, or causes, infertility. It has been estimated that 20-50% of women with infertility are diagnosed with endometriosis...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help You DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But...reactionscomments
