The Difference Between Adenomyosis and Endometriosis
Whilst many people have heard of or been diagnosed with endometriosis, it’s lesser known ‘twin’ adenomyosis (pronounced ah-duh-no-mai-oh-sus) remains a mystery to most. So what is adenomyosis, and how does it differ from its sister condition? Endometriosis Endometriosis is a condition that causes endometrial tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the one that […]
The Top 5 Diet Rules for Endometriosis
Diet advice for those with chronic illnesses can be extremely overwhelming. Having endometriosis, or any type of hormonal condition, can sometimes feel like having to give up all the foods you like, one after the other, for the rest of your life. I’m a big believer that a little bit of anything isn’t going to […]
What Causes Endometriosis?
Researchers believe that endometriosis affects 10-15% of women globally and this number is on the rise each year. But what causes the disease, ranked as one of the 20 most painful health conditions in the world? Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition causing tissue similar to the lining of the uterus to grow outside of the […]
My Endometriosis Story: Part One
Two months ago, I was diagnosed with endometriosis on the spot by a new gynaecologist examining me for the first time. No laparoscopy, no blood tests, just a good doctor who knew the symptoms and saw immediately that I had every single one, right down to the exact spots where I felt pain during my […]