Could we survive torture? (Inserting Humor here)...A couple of weeks ago, while on a drive to look at nature for my birthday, my husband and I started talking about pains I was experiencing. The stones in...reactions3repliesCopingPelvic PainSymptoms
Supporting Someone with Suspected Endometriosis on Their Journey to Diagnosis...The journey from the onset of symptoms to a definitive diagnosis of endometriosis can be a long and complicated one. In the UK, diagnosis takes an average of 7.5 years...reactionscomments
The COVID-19 Vaccine and Endometriosis: Stories from Endo Warriors...Many endo warriors have questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Some want to know if getting the vaccine will impact their endometriosis symptoms or their menstrual cycle. Others ask if...reactions13comments
My Body Isn’t a Rotten Fruit: How a Conversation With My Grandmother Changed My Perspective on Endometriosis...If you’ve ever menstruated, you may have accepted your pain as an unfortunate inevitability. Women are often encouraged to keep silent about their menstrual complications. This gender bias is rooted...reactions1comment
Warm Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Salad...This is, by far, my favorite warm salad to make during the winter months. It is delicious and filling, full of nutrients, but also really easy to prepare and cook...reactionscomments
Visceral Manipulation For Bladder and Pelvic Pain...My urogynecologist set me up with a new pelvic floor therapist recently. This one is supposed to help with my bladder pain, or interstitial cystitis. My doc said it's clear...reactions2comments
Anti-Nausea Remedies During Pregnancy...Nausea and vomiting are two of the most common symptoms during pregnancy. In fact, 70-80% of women experience nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. That’s a lot! It’s quite intimidating to...reactionscomments
Sex with a Chronic Condition: An Interview with Sex Therapist Lauren Dicair – Part 2...September is Sexual Health Awareness Month, and this is part 2 of 2 of our series, Sex with a Chronic Condition. Read part 1 here. "When intimacy has been lost...reactionscomments
Sex with a Chronic Condition: An Interview with Sex Therapist Lauren Dicair – Part 1...September is Sexual Health Awareness Month, and this is part 1 of 2 of our series, Sex with a Chronic Condition. We had the opportunity to interview Lauren Dicair, a...reactionscomments
What to Pack for Laparoscopic Surgery...I had never been in hospital before my first laparoscopy, so when it came to packing my hospital bag, I had no idea what I needed! Over the years, and...reactionscomments
Pain in Spine...Last time I was at the gynecologist he said I has “some” endometriosis scarring and also diagnosed me with PCOS. after my third csection he said I had an unbelievable...reactions1replySymptoms
How Endometriosis Affects People Of Color: Stories from Our Community...In our 2021 Endometriosis In America survey, we looked at how endometriosis affects people of color (POC). More than 1,000 people with endo completed the survey. Of those, 18 percent...reactionscomments
Self-Care is Crucial Not Selfish ...I am a writer for the RLS group and recently wrote an article about how I practice self-care daily (https://restlesslegssyndrome.sleep-disorders.net/living/self-care) I decided I wanted to start a discussion on here...reactionsrepliesAwarenessCopingMental Health
Three Ways Stress Can Impact Gut Health with Endo...Endometriosis is, arguably, not an easy condition to live with. Many of us with endo experience ongoing stress and this can be both physical or mental, such as chronic inflammation...reactions1comment
Reframing Intimate Relationships after a Break-Up...One of the defining symptoms of endometriosis is painful intercourse. This side of the disease can be very challenging, both physically and emotionally. The first time I experienced pain during...reactionscomments
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie...This smoothie provides an endo-friendly way to enjoy the classic flavors of this season. My partner has received numerous comments from people with endo who have tried this smoothie from...reactions2comments
Wait Times for Laparoscopic Surgery...Hi All.. Just wondering if anyone has a rough idea on surgery waiting times for laparoscopic procedures for endometriosis.. I had my pre-op assessment in July but heard nothing yet?...reactions4repliesSurgery
Can Too Many Surgeries Make Endo Worse?...A couple of months ago, I was surprised to see someone posting on a social media group I am a part of for people with endometriosis. In particular, the person...reactions2comments
Getting a Diagnosis ...Hi all I have had various symptoms for almost 10 years, from heavy periods, IBS, pelvic pain, back pain ,bloating, acne cysts, and irregular periods. I also had a really...reactions1replyDiagnosis
How I Prep for a Flight When My Period Is Late...Your brain controls your menstrual cycle. Specifically, the hypothalamus tells your pituitary gland when it's time to have a period. Certain things, such as stress, can affect those signals. That's...reactions2comments
