Endometriosis
Medication to Prevent Recurrence?
“Should I take medication to prevent recurrence of my endo?” There is no definitive answer to this question- it is an individual choice that should
February 10, 2021
“Should I take medication to prevent recurrence of my endo?” There is no definitive answer to this question- it is an individual choice that should
I had never heard of pelvic physical therapy when my doctor suggested it. I was both wary of what pelvic physical therapy would entail and
Fatigue is a symptom of endometriosis and can be quite debilitating (Ramin-Wright et al., 2018). Taber’s Medical Dictionary (n.d.) defines fatigue as “an overwhelming sustained
Ehlers Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a connective tissue disorder that can affect skin, joints, and many tissues in the body by its effect on collagen
Here is an updated Table of Contents: WHAT IS ENDOMETRIOSIS Endometriosis Overview Staging, “Minimal” Disease, and DIE ORIGIN THEORIES OF ENDOMETRIOSIS Origin Theories of Endometriosis
It really is! “Endometriosis lesions are known to be hyperinnervated” (Liu, Yan, & Guo, 2019). People with endometriosis have abnormal nerve growth and nerve fibers
2020 has been…different (to say the least!). Despite the pandemic, multiple research articles on endometriosis have emerged that validate the patient experience and offer glimpses
We wish you hope this holiday season- hope that you will find answers to your questions and relief for your pain. Hope that the new
Two people with endometriosis wanted to share their story of how providers made a difference in their journey. Based on their experience, they share their
Endometriosis has some unique characteristics, and we continue to find out new things about it. Understanding exactly what it is and how it functions can
Holidays can be fun and festive but can also be a source of stress for those dealing with a chronic illness. It can be hard
Let’s face it. Surgery is scary. Whether it’s your first or your fifth. I think for those of us who have suffered for a long
While endometriosis may not necessarily have to be on the sciatic nerve to cause similar symptoms, there have been some cases documented of that happening.
Endometriosis symptoms can vary widely in both presentation and severity. While endometriosis can present with “typical” symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain during menstruation, it
There are several red flags of perpetual myths/misinformation to watch for when evaluating information about endometriosis. Here are a few to be aware of: “Hysterectomy