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
Advances to Endometriosis AdvocacyI have had endometriosis for close to two decades at this point. Things have changed so much over the years, and luckily...reactionscomments
What To Eat If You Have EndometriosisA healthy diet is important for general health and well-being, but certain conditions can respond to different kinds of diets and foods...reactionscomments
Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
