Trying to figure out if I should do laparoscopic surgery...Hi everyone, I've just found this community and poured into reading the discussions here. It's been really helpful to gain insight in everyone's unique endo journey and the amazing support...reactions2repliesDiagnosisSymptomsTips & Advice
Moving or Road-Tripping With a Chronic Illness...Taking a road trip or moving cross-country when you have a chronic illness (or three!) may seem daunting. And granted, it is not easy. But with some pre-planning, you can...reactions6comments
Iron-Boosting Cookware...Do you struggle with low iron levels? We know that blood loss is real when living with endometriosis, and for some women, this can lead to low iron levels. Iron...reactions2comments
Hysterectomy...I just found out that I will need a hysterectomy. I waited to see the doctor for 2.5 hours to find out that they will be removing my cervix, fallopian...reactions5repliesDiagnosisHysterectomySurgery
Endometriosis Symptoms When I Was a Teenager...The Office on Women’s Health says endometriosis affects 11% of U.S. women, or people with periods, between the ages of 15 and 44. They say endo is most common among...reactionscomments
Advice ...Hello I was wondering, my periods have suddenly only been a day or 2 long has anyone else experienced this? They’ve never been the same every month sometimes they’re 7...reactions2replies
The Awkwardness of Talking About Endometriosis...When I get a cold, I’m asked how I feel until I’m well again. When I get a migraine, I’m offered support and comfort until the pain passes. But when...reactions2comments
How I Learned To Say "I Don't Owe You A Baby."...Three years ago, I was a guest at a beautiful summer wedding, in a long-term relationship with someone I loved very much. It was the day before the ceremony, and...reactions1comment
Coping With PMDD...Can you relate to those moments when you don't even know who you are? Do you feel like you can't control your reactions or thoughts, want to make rash decisions...reactionscomments
Endometriosis without painful sex...I have thought for years I might have endometriosis. I have super heavy, painful periods. I also have IBS and I know there have been possibilities of endometriosis being misdiagnosed...reactions5repliesIntimacy
Endocrinologist...Does an endocrinologist play a role in your endometriosis care team? If so, do they lead your care or does your gynecologist? My gynecologist is now stepping down from being...reactions3repliesHealthcare TeamTreatment
My Endometriosis Health Advocate...With a disease such as endometriosis, we tend to see doctors when we are at our worst. I know that is at least the case for me. I rarely see...reactionscomments
Endometriosis > swollen Fallopian tube? Plus many other questions....Hi there. I read some shares and really appreciate all the info, I still have some questions. A swollen Fallopian tube was found a couple days ago when I went...reactions1replyDiagnosisDiet & Nutrition
Do you date knowing that you have endo pain?...I feel like my life has stopped ever since knowing that I have endometrioses. I am single and feel like I can’t find a partner, having children anymore. How was...reactions2replies
How a New Alarm Clock Might Help You Cope With Endo Fatigue and Insomnia...When my period symptoms became worse, my sleep cycle began changing, too. I had trouble sleeping through the night. I had trouble waking up when the morning rolled up on...reactions2comments
Must Haves for Post-Surgery Recovery...You’ve booked your surgery, and now the waiting begins. Hopefully, you won’t be waiting for too long! Here are some things you can prepare for recovery that I have learned...reactionscomments
Filing for disability ...Endometriosis has taken over my life and has left me to apply for disability. Endometriosis has disabled me and prevents me from being able to do the things I love...reactions6replies
What happens if endometrioses is left untreated...I have constant burning pelvic and back pain on my left side . I was at a gynecologist this week. She saw no signs of chocolates cysts anymore! Just some...reactions1reply
Positive Affirmations for Those Hard Chronic Illness Days...A chronic illness can cause numerous negative thoughts to creep into your mind. Especially on those extra hard days where the pain is unbearable. You start to wonder if the...reactions4comments
Kissing ovaries ...Hello I was just wondering who had any experience could help, I recently got told I had kissing ovaries with endometriomas and was just wondering is surgery the only treatment...reactions2replies
