Can Endo Cause Urinary Issues? Part I...Even though I have had painful periods since I was 11, and IBS since I was 19, I did not experience any real issues with my bladder until I was...reactionscomments
Quick Endo-Diet Meal Ideas...Want to eat healthy, but always out of time or just too exhausted? Over the years, I’ve been fine tuning the art of how to eat well without spending hours...reactionscomments
Diaphragmatic Breathing...When experiencing endometriosis pain, many people guard (or "tense up") their pelvic floor muscles. This tension can lead to increased pain and inflammation. Diaphragmatic breathing is one technique to reduce...reactionscomments
Why I Am Running A Marathon With Endometriosis...Whenever I tell anyone I’m a runner, I get a myriad of responses. Sometimes, it's puzzled reactions, others worried or shocked looks. On other occasions, I become the receiver of...reactionscomments
Endometriosis in Younger Women...Endometriosis is more common than people often realize. It can be found in 70% of young women with very painful periods and 50% of young women with ongoing pelvic pain...reactionscomments
Has anyone here tried anti-epileptic medication for endo pain?...I recently saw a pain management specialist for my chronic endo pain and she prescribed me some gabapentin, which is an anti-epileptic drug also used for neuralgic pain. I completely...reactions4replies
Everyday is a New Day of Pain...When I was 14-15, I struggled. Then the pain was only during my cycle and the two days before. I would vomit from the pain and refuse to get out...reactions2comments
Recovering From An Open Surgery...Let me start off by saying that I was terrified when I found out I needed an open surgery. An open surgery is when the surgeon makes around a 6...reactionscomments
Tips for Speaking with Intimate Partners about Endometriosis...Let’s be honest here, talking with your partner about endometriosis can be a real mood killer. After all, especially in the heat of the moment, who wants to discuss pain...reactionscomments
Endo Anxieties: Financial Stress...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing health conditions like endometriosis, and its side effects. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across...reactionscomments
Endometriosis Is More Than A Bad Period...Telling others you have endometriosis can have several outcomes. Some may enquire “endo what?”, while others may respond with complete silence, unsure on what to say or ask. A few...reactionscomments
Has anyone tried Orilissa?...Has anyone tried this medication I'm seeing for Endo? Have a question? Ask it here!...reactions4replies
5 Surprising Things About Endometriosis...Even though endometriosis occurs in around 10 percent of those with a uterus, it’s still not well understood. “Unfortunately, like many things in women’s health, it is under funded and...reactionscomments
How to Date with Endometriosis...Romantic partners, especially guys, can be skittish when it comes to talking about a host of woman’s health concerns, but especially our periods. There are several diamonds in the rough...reactionscomments
Fearing The Future...There was a period of time in my life where the only things I thought about in my future had to do with being sick. During a long journey of...reactionscomments
Done Hiding...Hi, my name is Dani. I was 11 years old when I first got my cycle, and I always remember it being very painful. Like most of us, I too...reactions4comments
How to Stay Hydrated When Flying...Staying properly hydrated can be challenging on a good day, let alone a day that you’re traveling with limited access to water. But flying is one of the most important...reactionscomments
When Endometriosis Causes Bladder Pain...I had chronic bladder pain for the first seven years of my sexually-active life. Some of my symptoms included pressure, painful urination, and always feeling like I had to pee...reactionscomments
Are you Eating Enough Iron-Rich Foods?...When you’re living with endometriosis and experiencing excessive bleeding throughout the month, it may be helpful to talk with your doctor about your iron levels... especially if you’re experiencing fatigue...reactionscomments