Endometriosis

  While I usually only talk about endometriosis here on my blog, I decided that I wanted to spread awareness on two other conditions that you can have as well as endometriosis, and that’s PCOS (polycystic overt syndrome) and Adenomyosis.  Before I start, let’s go over what each one is.  Google defines endometriosis as A disorder in which tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus. With endometriosis, the tissue can be found on the ovaries, fallopian tubes or the intestines. But it can grow anywhere.  Google defines adenomyosis as A condition in which endometrial tissue exists within and grows into the uterine wall. Adenomyosis most often occurs late in childbearing years and typically disappears after menopause Google defines PCOS as A hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges. The cause of polycystic ovary syndrome isn't well understood but may involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. So now...

A few years back, I started writing a book all about endometriosis with details on my story, other peoples stories and just facts and information on this horrible condition.  The book was the whole reason I started this blog because I realised just how little awareness there was at the time about this condition. I wanted to help change that and to spread awareness as far as I could to not only get answers about how endometriosis is caused but also to try and get some sort of cure so that we don’t have to suffer anymore.  Now a few years on, and I’m finally in the editing stages of the book. I had to wait a while for my surgery to be performed, but after that was done, I sat down and finished writing.  Editing this book is more challenging than any other book I have edited before because I have to check all of my references to make sure the information to date is still correct.  I estimate that by June 2022, I will have finished editing everything, and then I can star...

 It's come to that time of year again when you might be wanting to buy awareness stuff for endometriosis so I looked all over the internet for shops that sell endometriosis awareness clothing and other goodies to make it easier on you. Bellow will be the website name and link to the merch site/ search term. Feel free in the comments to share other places to buy awareness things. Etsy:  https://www.etsy.com/nz/market/endometriosis_awareness Amazon: {This has a lot of books come up as well}  https://www.amazon.com/s?k=endometriosis&crid=2TMKMJRNV7A7U&sprefix=endom%2Caps%2C412&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_5 Red bubble: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/endometriosis Peachy keen: https://peachykeenau.com.au/ Spread shirt: https://www.spreadshirt.com/shop/clothing/t-shirts/endometriosis/ Awareness ribbon gifts: https://awarenessribbongifts.com/shop/endometriosis/

Christmas is right around the corner, so starting to look at gift ideas is given by now, especially if you are on a budget. It can be hard to work out what to get someone as a gift if you want to give them something related to or that could possibly help them with their endometriosis struggle. I decided to make a list of some of the amazing things out there that you could buy your loved one with endometriosis. Heated throw blanket Heating pad Tens unit Uterus plushie Awareness shirt Inspirational jewellery Candle Bath bomb or Epsom salts Gift card Massage

While my book on endometriosis is finally in the editing stages, it has a while until it will be ready to be published. Still, I got to thinking about what resources there are now about endo, not only from a medical standpoint but also from a sufferers point of view. I found books for sale as well as other blog posts, which was amazing to see how much there is out there. Still, it got me thinking, people who don't know what they are looking for might never find any of these resources, so I thought I would make a blog post detailing what each resource is about and the link to that resource as well as ways you yourself can find information.  Disclaimer: Podcasts will not be involved in this post, but I do have a post on my blog from May 2021 all about endometriosis podcasts if that's what you are looking for.  So how do you find resources? The easiest way to find resources in your area would be to search up online Endometriosis and your area. Example. Endometriosis San Diego...

When you are in pain consistently, your mood can take a turn for the worst. I have spent years in a rut with my emotions because of the consistent and intense pain endo causes. Sometimes all you need is a pick me up and these are the ways that I boost my mood. Rest: Your body goes through a lot so sometimes the best thing to do is rest, That could be to game or take a nap. Relax: I love to relax in a nice hot bath with Epsom salts but relaxing could just be laying in bed with a candlelit or incense  Zone out: I love to either have a podcast, movie or music playing and to just zone the world out.  Do what makes you happy: go out with friends or just do something that makes you feel happy  Exercise and eating well can also impact your mood so try and stay active and eat as well as possible.  

 When it comes to starting a new relationship, there is something I always dread. Telling my partner about endometriosis, and while this post isn't just about telling your partner about your endometriosis but any loved on this post will defiantly help you navigate having to tell that special person in your life about your illness. So how do you communicate about living with endometriosis? Learn more about endometriosis: this way, you can give real information to whoever you are talking to without spreading misinformation. Talk about how it affects you personally: Everyone suffers differently, so telling the person how it affects you can make it easier for them to understand; they may have noticed some things like you being more tired randomly or bloating up. This will help them connect your diagnosis to symptoms.  Timing: Timing is everything. My partner will lay down in bed, can be having a conversation, and will be fast asleep seconds later and not remember a thing we talked...