A Tale of Endo...My pain began at the age of around 14, my story is the same as many others, was given various misdiagnoses and made to feel like I was making it...reactions1comment
A Pain Pal of the Dog Variety...Prior to endometriosis, I was a very active individual. I participated in the drill team at school, trained horses in the evening, and barrel raced on the weekends. I was...reactions5comments
Is anyone on disability due to Endometriosis?...Is anyone on disability due to Endometriosis? I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Endometriosis in 2020. I have daily pelvic, anal, abdominal and back pain.It extremely limits me from daily...reactions14repliesInsurance & DisabilityDiagnosis
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!...The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What types of media...reactionscomments
Keep Finding the RIGHT Specialist That Takes You Serious...Here comes a long and painful personal report of my latest 9 months and my disappointing experience with MANY physicians. I find it extremely important to share this story with...reactions2comments
My New Medication for Period Pain...Editors Note: Always talk to your doctor if you have any questions about making a change in your medications. I've never been able to have a medication-free period. Well, not...reactionscomments
At Such a Young Age...In 1998 at the age of 18 I was finally diagnosed with endometriosis. This was after years of going through excruciating pain. In and out of hospital and Dr's appointments...reactions5comments
Finally Diagnosed...2019… was a rough year for many reasons but it was the first time my pain was acknowledged by my new doctor. She didn’t like that no one was concerned...reactions4comments
When It All Changed...I have always been a slightly smaller than average young woman, and have always dealt with heavier and more painful periods. I have always dealt with them; I bought the...reactions1comment
Ciocia46...Started menses right after 12 years of age. Never missed a period. Bled from 7 to 12 days every month. Emergency surgery at 23 removed one ovary and numerous cysts...reactionscomments
Tlasher...Had painful periods all my life. Had problems getting pregnant and bleeding throughout 3 pregnancies - 2 children later. After the second child I would not quit bleeding or in...reactions1comment
I Didn’t Know...My oldest started her period young. She wanted to get it very badly. Started out fine but as she got older, her pain increased. Her pediatrician sent us to a...reactionscomments
Endo-Friendly Period Treat Hauls...When my partner was on her period this month, she sent me on a mission for snacks. This is a common assignment for partners, confirmed by hauls I’ve seen posted...reactions1comment
Visanne medication for Endo treatment ?...Hi all, I`m taking visanne medication. it is my second month. i was wondering if any of u have gone through the same treatment. does it work ? and when...reactions5repliesTips & AdviceTreatmentSymptoms
Am I a Hypochondriac?...Throughout my life, most of my discomfort and pain could easily be explained away. Teething turns into growing pains, growing pains get tangled with surges of hormones, which are eventually...reactions5comments
My Endo Journey...I was 22 when I was actually diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis. I had large endometriomas deep into my bowels and ovaries. I had an exploratory laparoscopic which confirmed deep...reactionscomments
My Story...I have had period pains so bad that I would cry. It took one of my mom's friends to tell her that I looked pregnant that the doctor found that...reactions1comment
Lose of Hope...Hello, I am 44 years old and I was diagnosed with endometriosis over 23 years ago. I have two beautiful children and here is my story. In 1995 I had...reactions4comments
Mast Cell Activation Disorder and Endometriosis...Two illnesses that don’t play well together are endometriosis and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). Mast cells live in our bone marrow and tissues, and they are part of our...reactions4comments
Fragile to Unbreakable...I have suffered from major pain with my period for as long as I can remember every time I would talk to my doctor about it she brushed it off...reactions2comments
