What is an “Endo Belly”?...I've heard this term, "Endo Belly", but I'm not positive what it is?...reactions2replies
Is Dysmenorrhea the same as Endometriosis?...Is Dysmenorrhea the same as Endometriosis?...reactions1reply
I'm getting a laparoscopy. What can I expect?...What is the process for a laparoscopy? Also, What are some risks and benefits of a laparoscopy?...reactions4replies
Teenagers Living with Endometriosis...It is possible to be diagnosed with endometriosis as a teen, and many women diagnosed in adulthood report that their symptoms began much earlier in life. Being a teenager can...
Work and Endometriosis...Endometriosis may impact a woman's ability to work or to complete her job effectively. Debilitating endometriosis-related symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain or painful periods may make it difficult for...
Relationships and Intimacy...One of the most common symptoms that women with endometriosis report experiencing is pain during sex. This pain is also called dyspareunia. Each woman's experience with dyspareunia can be different...
Coping with Infertility...Infertility can impact many aspects of a woman's overall health beyond her reproductive system. When a woman or couple struggles with infertility, it can cause emotional distress and lead to...
Living with an Invisible Illness...Some ailments are visible, such as a broken leg. When you see an individual with a broken leg in a cast or other device designed to heal their bones, you...
Coping with a Delayed Diagnosis...Diagnosing endometriosis can be challenging, as endometriosis can present in many ways and at various points throughout a woman's life. Additionally, some women may have the condition but experience few...
Coping with Endometriosis...Living with endometriosis can present its own set of challenges and situations to navigate. Below are several examples of these that a woman may need to explore. Diagnosing endometriosis can...
Complementary and Integrative Therapies for Endometriosis...Endometriosis can cause a lot of pain. It affects many women. Sometimes, regular medical treatments are not enough. Some people try other ways to feel better. These are called complementary...
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) for Infertility Treatment...Endometriosis can make it hard to get pregnant. Endometriosis causes tissue like the lining of the uterus to grow outside the uterus. This growth can cause pain and damage to...
Surgery for Endometriosis...Endometriosis can cause significant pain and disrupt daily life. When medicines or other therapies do not provide enough relief, surgery is often considered to treat endometriosis symptoms. Doctors use different...
Hormone Therapy for Endometriosis...Hormone therapy is a common treatment for managing the symptoms of endometriosis. Hormone therapy is a first-line treatment for endometriosis because it is low-risk, has minimal side effects, and helps...
Pain Medicines for Endometriosis...Endometriosis happens when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. This can cause pain in the pelvis, lower back, and other areas. The pain can...
Medications for Endometriosis...Endometriosis is a condition where endometrial tissue, which lines the inside of the uterus, grows outside of the uterus. This tissue can grow on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and other...
How Is Endometriosis Treated?...Endometriosis can be different for everyone. Treatment for endometriosis is also customized to the person. There is no treatment that can cure endometriosis. But there are many treatment options that...
Symptom of Endometriosis: Bowel and Bladder Problems...Issues related to bladder or bowel may be some of the most challenging to manage at times, especially when experiencing a loss of control over these organs. Bladder and bowel...