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Don't listen to anyone who tells you to "suck it up!" Endometriosis is a tough disease and unfortunately a lot women aren't believed when they seek diagnosis and tre ... read more
Anita Somani, MD, OB/GYN, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital Healthcare provider for Endometriosis
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My IUD has been one of the best things that's ever happened to me. I have Liletta and, even though I had reactions to birth control pills (weight gain, super emotion ... read more
Danielle
Living with Endometriosis Age: 32 Female
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How would you advise another woman to find treatment for endo?
Acupuncture is the best pain relief method for me in between surgeries and has way fewer risks than NSAIDs and opioid medications.
Lara
Living with Endometriosis Age: 28 More than 5 years
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Heat packs! Since endometriosis can cause serious pelvic pain, using heat packs during your period can help alleviate some of the symptoms. You can use these packs o ... read more
Dr. Lina Velikova
Healthcare provider for Endometriosis Age: 34 Female
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Don’t be afraid to find a new doctor if the one you have won’t listen to you or take your pain seriously. Nancy’s Nook on Facebook has a ton of great info on the dis ... read more
Kate
Living with Endometriosis Age: 31 Female More than 5 years
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Following the Endo Diet — avoiding sugar and trans fat, eating mostly vegetables — can be hard, but it doesn't have to be. It's important to remember that everyone i ... read more
Tabitha Britt
Living with Endometriosis Age: 25 Female More than 5 years
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Core-tightening workouts help. Spin class and rowing are the most targeted core workouts I’ve done.
Danielle R.
Living with Endometriosis Age: 35 Female More than 5 years
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What’s your top strategy for managing endo pain?
You’re not lazy or weak, you just have a condition that you will fight and win. You’re strong and beautiful. Watch what you eat, take medication. You’ll be fine. God ... read more
Chika sunny
Living with Endometriosis Age: 25 Female
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Do your research to find doctors who are specialists.
Jessy
Living with Endometriosis Age: 34 More than 5 years
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Stay positive. Try not to let "Dr. Google" tell you about your condition — you will only get worse news that is likely incorrect.
Bailey
Living with Endometriosis Age: 23 More than 5 years
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Eat as clean as possible without depriving yourself. I also take probiotics and use DoTerra's Deep Blue -- a "balm" that works as a pain reliever when applied to the ... read more
Living with Endometriosis Age: 27 1 to 5 years
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Be upfront about your illness to everyone who needs to know! Your school, your university, your workplace. I’ve tried to hide it before and it got me in a lot of hot ... read more
Twix
Living with Endometriosis Age: 22 Female More than 5 years
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Many women with endometriosis have pelvic issues, as the pelvis is the seat of the reproductive system. I've found the yoga poses that focus on opening the hips ease ... read more
Brittany Ferri, MS, OTR/L, CLT
Living with Endometriosis Age: 27 Female More than 5 years
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Do your research in regards to medication side effects. Don't rely only on doctors for this information.
Kristina
Living with Endometriosis Age: 33 1 to 5 years
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No matter how much you think it is, the pain you feel ISN'T NORMAL! Talk to your doctor about starting treatment so you can either stop or even slow the progression.
Bailey
Living with Endometriosis Age: 23 More than 5 years
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I use IBgard (a peppermint oil supplement) for GERD and IBS. And I've found that colonic massage from my GI and pelvic floor PT helps calm flares.
Living with Endometriosis Age: 54 More than 5 years
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Fast Fact
1 in 10 women has endometriosis, making it almost as common as diabetes.
Endometriosis UK
1 in 10 women has endometriosis, making it almost as common as diabetes.Learn about excision surgery. Medication did not help me. Excision surgery to remove the endo is the best thing I've ever done.
Hannah
Living with Endometriosis Age: 28 More than 5 years
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My absolute go-tip for anyone suffering from urethra pain is cranberry supplements! This has saved my life.
Ally
Living with Endometriosis Age: 23 Female More than 5 years
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I've learned that breathing techniques can make a big difference in dealing with pain.
Mona Wellington
Living with Endometriosis Age: 44 1 to 5 years
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