Endometriosis is an inflammatory disorder, and this inflammation can lead to increased pain, fatigue, and general feelings of unwellness. Mast cells are immune system cells that
You can find a diverse gathering of information about endometriosis on our website. We have some information you may not have thought to look for
May is mental health awareness month and a good time to shine a light on the affects that endometriosis has on our mental health. A
what are the symptoms of endometriosis after menopause? Endometriosis does not “die off” or go away with a hysterectomy or menopause. Some people do find
Endometriosis is often associated with infertility. Infertility does not mean you cannot get pregnant, but rather there is a delay in achieving pregnancy. It is
We post a lot of links and references to research studies, but it can be difficult to interpret them. Even harder is determining how relevant
What are endometriomas anyway? Endometriosis is classified into three main types: superficial peritoneal endometriosis, deep infiltrating endometriosis, and endometriomas (see more about that here). Endometriomas
Much like thyroid disease and endometriosis, there are not many studies looking at an association between celiac disease and endometriosis. One study found the “risk
As we come to the end of endometriosis awareness month, those of us with endometriosis knows it doesn’t end in March. Raising awareness and fighting
Last week we looked at the direct financial burden of endometriosis, including the loss of education, loss of productivity at work and home, and loss
Endometriosis has a powerful cost in terms of quality of life. However, there are financial costs as well. Financial loss can come from direct healthcare
What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is an inflammatory disorder where lesions similar to the lining of the uterus are located outside of the uterus. Endometriosis lesions
If you have chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis is likely- endometriosis is diagnosed in up to 80% of patients with chronic pelvic pain (Butrick, 2007). Endometriosis
There are not many studies looking into the association of endometriosis and thyroid diseases. One study found that Graves disease (hyperthyroidism) was associated with endometriosis,
There is no one specific diet for endometriosis. No food, diet, or supplement will “cure” endometriosis, but it can help manage symptoms and is great