Welcome to the Endometriosis
Resources, symptoms, and diet for your healing journey.
Healing with Endometriosis
The Start of My Endometriosis Journey
Hi Healthy Family! For those who are new here, my name is Kyla Canzater and I am a Stage IV Endometriosis Mom who is currently living pain-free. My goal with this page is to help others speed up their healing process with what I know and resources to help you along the way!
My Journey to Healing with Endometriosis
If you are looking for inspiration to find healing on your endometriosis, here are videos to help you see it is possible:
What is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, leading to symptoms like pelvic pain, heavy periods, and potential fertility issues. Managing endometriosis often involves a combination of medical treatments and lifestyle adjustments, including dietary changes.
Understanding Endometriosis
Endometriosis affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age. Common symptoms include:
- Pelvic Pain: Often correlates with menstrual cycles but can occur at other times.
- Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: Periods may be more intense and prolonged.
- Pain During Intercourse: Discomfort during or after sex.
- Digestive Issues: Bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, especially during menstruation.
- Infertility: Challenges in conceiving may arise.
Dietary Approaches to Manage Endometriosis
While diet alone cannot cure endometriosis, certain nutritional strategies focusing on gut health may help alleviate symptoms:
- Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Incorporate leafy greens, berries, fatty fish rich in omega-3s, and nuts to combat inflammation.
- Limit Red Meat and Trans Fats: Reducing intake of red meat and trans fats may decrease symptom severity.
- Gluten-Free Options: Some individuals find relief by eliminating gluten from their diet.
- Increase Fiber Intake: Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables can aid digestion and reduce bloating.
- Addressing Deficiencies: Taking vitamins and supplements can help speed up your pain-free journey.
Printable Endometriosis Diet Plan
Here is an Endometriosis diet grocery list to get you started on your journey.
How do you cure Endometriosis?
What is the cause for menstrual pain?
There is no cure for Endometriosis. However, this does not mean that life has to stop! You can live a life without pain, but you will need to do some work to get there.
Women can live a fulfilling life with endometriosis. Everyone woman needs to take the time to learn their body to determine what causes their flare-ups, as well as, come up with a game plan with their doctor regarding fertility and lifestyle desires. However, there are so many changes that happen as you get older, change your environment, and tackle the stress of life that your hormonal imbalances can affect.
Does endometriosis cause acne?
For me, tackling hormonal acne was a real thing, dealing with weight gain as a got older, and managing my mental health were all challenges I had to embrace.
Taking the time to listen to your body through radical self-care, and developing a pain management plan is important. If you are looking for complete list of steps to take on your healing journey, start here: Natural Remedies for Healing with Endometriosis
Endometriosis Resources
Endometriosis is a hard thing to navigate. There is no cure, and it looks different on every woman. However, there are resources out there that help you identify signs of Endometriosis, foods, and environments that may cause flare-ups and things that will help relieve pain.
How to Stop Endometriosis Pain
Here are a list of blog posts that will help you with your pain-free journey on an endometriosis lifestyle journey:
- Free Instant Menstrual Relief Guide
- 50 Ways to Natural Relieve Period Pain
- Surprising Natural Endometriosis Bowel Relief
- CBD, THC and Endometriosis Pain Relief
- Sea Moss and Endometriosis Pain Relief
- Best Herbs for Endometriosis
Resources for Support
Navigating endometriosis can be challenging, but numerous resources are available to help you connect the dots on your journey:
- Endometriosis Foundations: Offers educational materials and support networks.
- Local Support Groups: Connecting with others facing similar challenges can provide emotional support and practical advice.
- Healthcare Providers: Consult with specialists who understand endometriosis for personalized treatment plans.
Endo and Other Health Issues
For more detailed information and personal experiences related to endometriosis, visit Pink Proverb Endometriosis Blog Posts.
Endometriosis Organizations
For Endometriosis support, classes, information, and resources surrounding Endometriosis the following websites are great places to start:
Endometriosis Foundations
- Endofound.org – Endo Foundation of America is a starting point for getting help information about what Endometriosis is, along with, helpful tips and events on their blog.
- EndometriosisFoundation.org – The World Endometriosis Research Foundation facilitates research studies surrounding Endometriosis, and offers updates for more than 30 countries around the World.
- Endometriosis.org – Endometriosis.org is a global platform that links stakeholders together for the unified purpose for preventing pelvic pain for women. They keep an up-to-date World-Wide Congress schedule surrounding gynecology and reproductive medicine.
Endometriosis News
- EndoNews.com – EndoNews is a great site for getting information about studies, new medicines and medical advancements in the area of Endometriosis.
- EndometriosisNews.com – Endometriosis News is a like a New York Times for Endo Girls. It offers a well-rounded array of articles and columns about the disorder. Discussing medicine, lifestyle, helpful technology and more.
Endo Sights
- EndoBlack – A safe place for individuals of color to learn on their endometriosis journey, find community, and resources
- MeInEndo.com – MeInEndo is perfect for those trying to figure out if they have Endometriosis. They offer a checklist that will help with your discussion with your doctor, along with, symptoms tracker to help with identifying things that may be triggering flare-ups.
- EndoWarriorsSupport.com – This is a great resource if you are looking to connect with other women with Endometriosis. They have discussion boards and an opportunity to sign-up for an Endo Buddy to help you along your journey.
Endometriosis Centers
How Doctors Check for Endometriosis
Research has shown that women experience 3-11 years of pain before being diagnosed with Endometriosis. This is partly due to Endometriosis being label as the “silent illness”. The only way that it can be identified is by having a Laparoscopy, which is often the last thing a doctor will do to treat a women’s pain. If you know that you could possibly have Endometriosis, it would be a good idea to visit a specialist. The following are specialist in the area of Endometriosis:
- Dr. Soyini Hawkins (Atlanta, GA) – Convo with Dr. Hawkins
- Seckin Endometriosis Center (New York, NY)
- Endometriosis Research Center (Del Ray Beach, FL)
- Mercy Center for Women’s Health (Baltimore, MD)
- Howard University Hospital – Obstetrics and Gynecology (Washington, DC)
- Nezhat Medical Center (Atlanta, GA)
Endometriosis Support Groups
Facebook Endo Support Groups
- EndoBlack
- Journey with Endometriosis
- Endometriosis and Me
- Endo Fight Club
- Endometriosis Support
- Endometriosis Support Group
For more information about the doctors at these facilities, visit The Endo List.
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