Posts by: Marta Ribeiro

Marta Ribeiro

Marta graduated from Universidade Fernando Pessoa in Porto with a degree in Communication Sciences and a Masters degree in New Communication Technologies. She has experience in social media, worked with several media channels, and has also worked as a freelance photographer and a graphic artist for almost 10 years.

September 26, 2017

The 4 Stages of Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a disease where tissue similar to uterine tissue grows outside of the uterus. The most common symptom is intense pelvic pain that’s at its worst during menstruation. The tissue that grows outside the ... Read more

September 13, 2017

Tips for Dealing With Pain During Sex When You Have Endometriosis

While many women associate endometriosis with painful periods, pain can occur at other times, including during intercourse. MORE: New classification system for endometriosis surgical outcomes and complexity being developed According to endometriosis.org, pain during sex ... Read more

September 12, 2017

4 Ways You Can Raise Awareness of Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a disease that affects more than 176 million women worldwide, however, most still know little about the disease. Before being diagnosed, many women who suffer from symptoms of endometriosis, believe that the ... Read more

September 12, 2017

6 Things to Know About Endometriosis and Exercise

It may seem counterproductive to exercise when you’re in pain, but there is evidence that suggests exercise is an effective pain reliever and may benefit women who have endometriosis. We’ve put together a ... Read more

September 7, 2017

3 Mobile Apps That Can Help Patients Manage Endometriosis

Many women with endometriosis now track their periods using mobile apps. They find it useful to ensure their period isn’t late, and to chart any PMS symptoms such as acne or mood swings ... Read more

September 6, 2017

For Some Women, Endometriosis Period Pains Can Be as Painful as a Heart Attack

At some point in their lives, most women with endometriosis will have an unsympathetic person (quite often a medical professional) tell them that their period pains are not as bad as they ... Read more

August 7, 2017

5 Ways Food and Drinks May Impact Endometriosis Risk

According to the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, while food does not cause endometriosis, certain foods could increase a woman’s risk of developing the disease. On the contrary, vegetables and fruits improve ... Read more

August 3, 2017

7 Things Only Women With Endometriosis Will Understand

Endometriosis is a condition that most women have heard of, yet few truly understand the implications of the disease. It often shrugged off, dismissed and belittled with women spending years trying ... Read more