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I stay away from soy products when I'm about a week away from my period.
Brittany Ferri, MS, OTR/L, CLT
Living with Endometriosis Age: 27 Female More than 5 years
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Surrounding myself with people who understand, or at least sympathize, with what I go through is helpful. If there is a person in your life that does not care to und ... read more
Kenzie23
Living with Endometriosis Age: 21 1 to 5 years
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QUESTION OF THE DAY:
How would you advise another woman to find treatment for endo?
Don't trust all doctors. It's important to find the right one before committing to treatments.
Lori
Living with Endometriosis Age: 35 More than 5 years
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Keep trying to find answers and solutions for pain. If your doctor won't listen to you, find another doctor! I wish I had known about endometriosis years ago. I had ... read more
Syanne Ceneno, author, "Ana: A Memoir of Anorexia Nervosa" Living with Endometriosis Age: 26 1 to 5 years
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Listen to your body! Explore what causes flare ups and write down your symptoms and triggers in a diary. Write down what you feel each day and monitor it -- you may ... read more
Becatkins
Living with Endometriosis Age: 20 More than 5 years
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Try an anti-inflammatory diet. I avoid foods like gluten, sugar, corn and eggs.
Sallie
Living with Endometriosis Age: 44 Female More than 5 years
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I always try to opt for healthy recipes. Move your body even a little bit. If you deal with back pain, I opt for a hot yoga class to align my body and calm the pain. ... read more
Myra
Living with Endometriosis Female More than 5 years
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What’s your top strategy for managing endo pain?
Some women find pain relief following a "nerve block," an injection of medication that blocks the bundle of nerves near the bottom of the spine — called the hypogast ... read more
Anita Somani, MD, OB/GYN, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital Healthcare provider for Endometriosis
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Start pelvic therapy soon after excision surgery. Changing my diet has also helped.
Alex
Living with Endometriosis Age: 29 More than 5 years
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For pain during sex, my doctor prescribed a valium suppository. During the times when I know I'll be really active, it helps a lot.
Mona Wellington, author, "The Angry Vagina" Living with Endometriosis Age: 44 1 to 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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Find a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic exercises.
sonjathegreat
Living with Endometriosis Age: 34 More than 5 years
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My endometriosis podcast: The Cycle https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cycle-endometriosis-podcast/id1448598831
Melissa B
Living with Endometriosis Age: 40 Female More than 5 years
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Educate close friends and family about your condition. The better they understand it, the better they will be able to support you.
Bailey
Living with Endometriosis Age: 23 More than 5 years
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Be open and honest with your gynecologist. Once they know what you're experiencing, they can diagnose and develop a treatment plan. After undergoing surgery and usin ... read more
@oilingluvlyarthresia
Living with Endometriosis Age: 34 Female More than 5 years
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Demand testing for a true diagnosis.
Amy
Living with Endometriosis Age: 43 More than 5 years
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Fast Fact
1 in 10 women has endometriosis, making it almost as common as diabetes.
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1 in 10 women has endometriosis, making it almost as common as diabetes.I find massage really helps along with reflexology.
Dionne (Instagram: @endowarrior_x)
Living with Endometriosis Age: 22 Female 1 to 5 years
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I take hot baths
Living with Endometriosis Age: 28 More than 5 years
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If your doctor does not believe you, MOVE ON.
Living with Endometriosis Age: 21 Female More than 5 years
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