Yes, Endometriosis Can Happen to Young People...My first period was not the regular experience most people with working ovaries tend to share when asked “How was it for...reactions3comments
My Endo Wardrobe...People with endometriosis spend a lot of time in a state of discomfort. Whether it's the start of my period, ovulation, or...reactions2comments
How Endo Belly Impacted My Body Image...Editors Note: This article references body image, weight stigma, and bullying. Last month, I was scrolling through Instagram when a post caught...reactions2comments
When You Finally Find a Doctor Who Listens but Fear Creeps In..."This is too good to be true?" I thought to myself as I left my new gynecologist appointment. Have you ever had...reactionscomments
Speaking Our Truth: Results from the Third Annual Endometriosis In America Survey...1 in 10 women are affected by endometriosis worldwide. Every year, we conduct the Endometriosis In America survey to learn more about...reactionscomments
The Realities of Life with Endometriosis: Results from the 2019 Endometriosis In America Survey...Endometriosis is not “just bad periods”, it’s so much more. A condition that impacts 1 in 10 women, endometriosis can cause frequent...reactionscomments
How Does Endometriosis Cause Infertility?...Endometriosis is often associated with, or causes, infertility. It has been estimated that 20-50% of women with infertility are diagnosed with endometriosis...
Stages of Endometriosis...If you are diagnosed with endometriosis, you may also receive more information on the characteristics of your condition. Each case of endometriosis...
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...
Thelma Griffin...Thelma was previously an advocate for Endometriosis.net. At the age of 31 and childless, Thelma began having abdominal pains much worse than...
Shireen Hand...Shireen has lived with endometriosis since the age of 12. Now in her 30's, unable to work due to her health, Shireen...
Maisha Z. Johnson...Maisha was previously an advocate for Endometriosis.net. Maisha Z. Johnson is an award-winning writer who believes in honoring each person's unique path...
Leanne Donaldson...Leanne lives in Kentucky where she writes about living well with chronic illness on her blog, Smiles and Sundays. Diagnosed with endometriosis...
Laken Brooks...Laken Brooks is a PhD English student at the University of Florida where she studies the intersections between technology, art, and healthcare...
Keri Wiginton...Keri is a journalist with a focus on health and wellness. Now in her 40s, she was surgically diagnosed with endometriosis when...
Joanie Cox-Henry...Joanie was previously an advocate on Endometriosis.net. Joanie Cox-Henry is a journalist and endo warrior who resides in Boca Raton, Florida. With...
Jessica Barnack-Tavlaris...Jessica was previously a health leader on Endometriosis.net. Jessica is a psychology professor who studies the psychosocial aspects of reproductive and sexual...
Andrea Gray...Andrea is 38 and lives in Lubbock, Texas. Andrea was diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis at the age of 20. She has...
Treatment Regrets: The Challenges of Treating and Managing Endometriosis...Endometriosis is a difficult disease to treat. As an estrogen-dependent, inflammatory, and typically progressive condition, options for treating and managing endometriosis range...reactionscomments
Should I Try This Endometriosis Treatment?...It’s an important question, isn’t it? Should I try this treatment? When I was first diagnosed with endometriosis, I very rarely questioned...reactionscomments
