Getting a diagnosis of endometriosis can be upsetting and even frightening. But it’s also very important because it’s the first step in treating the problem, so you can have less pain and feel better again. While a doctor can’t make a definitive diagnosis of endo just based on the symptoms you report, making sure your … Read more
For anyone with endometriosis, the symptoms of this condition can often be debilitating. If you’re wondering whether you may have endometriosis, there are some specific symptoms to talk over with your doctor. Pain is often the most commonly noticed symptom, mostly due to its severity and the way it recurs every month around or during … Read more
Endometriosis, often just called “endo,” is a condition where tissue similar to what would typically make up uterine lining grows outside of the uterus. It may grow on the ovaries, fallopian tubes and behind the uterus. It can also be found on the bowel, bladder, and rarely in distant organs such as the lungs. Because … Read more
Every year, the United States and several other countries recognize endometriosis during the month of March. The first Endometriosis Month was acknowledged by the International Endometriosis Association in 1993. While not every country participates in recognizing this condition, many women’s health organizations have started campaigns to educate people around the world. Because nearly 180 million … Read more
PCOS, or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, is a common cause of infertility. In some women the condition makes it nearly impossible to conceive children, while other women are able to get pregnant but may take much longer than what would be considered normal. The reason that it’s so difficult to have children with PCOS is that … Read more
