Dear Doctor: Telling Me "It Could Be Worse" Doesn't Help...My diaphragm started feeling sore a couple of years ago. At its worst, it feels like a severe side stitch, the pain...reactionscomments
I'm struggling with pain....I always knew something was wrong. I'm 24 now (no children ). Growing up I had the worst pain 3 weeks out...reactions2comments
Hopeful I can eventually beat this....My name is Jordan. I remember having extreme pain during my period since I was young. 6 years of pain. No answers...reactions4comments
The Best Foods to Alleviate Bloating...Living with endometriosis can make your stomach feel like it’s constantly in a “muffin top” state. Getting dressed can be an extremely...reactionscomments
Cervix: Take It or Leave It?...I recently wrote about whether or not I should take out my fallopian tubes when I get my hysterectomy. I am still...reactionscomments
Managing Chronic Fatigue...Chronic fatigue: It’s more than just being tired. “Pure exhaustion” doesn’t even adequately describe it. It’s a full-body, down-to-the-bones fatigue. The kind...reactionscomments
Dealing with Endometriosis Surgery Together: Part 2...In their first installment of this two-part series on surgery, Jess and Chris covered some of the pre-surgery topics, such as appointments...reactionscomments
Dealing with Endometriosis Surgery Together: Part 1...Surgery is a major factor when it comes to living with endometriosis. Today, Chris and Jess are exploring how they've navigated this...reactionscomments
Feeling much better now......My name is Iris and I am 42 years old. I have dealt with menstrual problems of many varieties since I was...reactions4comments
The Benefits of Seafood for Endometriosis...Various studies on the influence between diet and symptoms or risk factors of endometriosis have indicated that it may be beneficial for...reactionscomments
What Does Having a Tipped Uterus Mean?...Several years before I had my first lap and had been formally diagnosed with endo, an ultrasound technician told me during a...reactionscomments
The Best Foods to Eat Before and After Surgery...Despite our best efforts to manage our health on our own, sometimes surgery is needed to fully restore health. This was the...reactionscomments
Finally Getting Something Done...I was diagnosed with Endometriosis after the birth of my 3rd daughter, when she was 6 years old. No lap, surgery or...reactions8comments
Accepting My Chronic Illness...I already know what you’re thinking, “This writer is crazy to think anyone can accept their illness!”... And you are right. I...reactionscomments
Always listen to your Gut....I was a newlywed. We'd only been married for 9 months when I suddenly had excruciating pain during sex. I still remember...reactions2comments
There Must Be a Way...I am someone who carries much hope around with her. I work hard in my life and I believe that if you...reactions2comments
My life with endo...So I’m new to the group, my whole family (women) have all had hysterectomies before age 32 due to endometriosis. I’ve always...reactions2comments
Breathing through The Pain...Pain is one of the most common symptoms of endometriosis. Most women suffering from endometriosis experience pain during their period, but a...reactionscomments
My Endometriosis, My Choice...Ever since I publicly announced I had decided to have a hysterectomy, I have found myself being extremely defensive over it. I...reactionscomments
How Supporting My Partner With Endometriosis Benefits My Own Health Too...I have written much on how to support your partner with their endometriosis, mostly from the perspective of how offering this support...reactionscomments
