February 26, 2021February 24, 2021
Lessons From a Wonderfully Rare Community, and a Farewell
Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher
Almost four years ago, my life changed. After a decade of invasive tests, hospital visits, and limited answers, I was ... Read more
February 25, 2021February 23, 2021
Connecting the Dots Between Endo Symptoms and Related Conditions
Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin
A lot can change in a year. Even more can change in four, which is almost how long I’ve been ... Read more
February 19, 2021February 17, 2021
How to Live on a Tight Budget When Chronically Ill
Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher
Endometriosis can turn a simple life into a slightly more complicated one. For some of us, wearing white is as ... Read more
February 18, 2021February 16, 2021
This Small but Mighty Ritual Can Help People With Endo Feel Better
Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin
Sometimes, the smallest changes have the biggest impact. There’s a phenomenon within my coaching community. One small self-care act is ... Read more
February 12, 2021February 10, 2021
Intimacy Is Complicated When You Have Endometriosis
Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher
“Let’s talk about sex, ba-by!” … And my lifelong dream of starting a column with a Salt-N-Pepa lyric has just ... Read more
February 11, 2021February 11, 2021
What Is Prostaglandin E2 and How Does It Affect Endometriosis?
Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin
Inflammation. If you have endometriosis, chances are you’ve heard a lot about it, and rightly so. Endometriosis is an inflammatory ... Read more
February 5, 2021February 3, 2021
3 Surprising Lessons I Learned While Eating for Endometriosis
Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher
Many of us living with endometriosis will experience irritable bowel syndrome-like symptoms, chronic bloating, and soaring pain levels after eating ... Read more
February 4, 2021February 2, 2021
Here’s What Has Helped Me Manage My Interstitial Cystitis Symptoms
Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin
When I was 17, I broke several bones, including my pubic rami, spine, hip, and pelvis. I was hospitalized and ... Read more
January 29, 2021January 27, 2021
Mansplaining Happens to Endometriosis Patients, Too
Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher
As an endometriosis patient, I am quite versed in the art of explaining my symptoms to friends and strangers. Talking ... Read more
January 28, 2021January 26, 2021
4 Things That May Be Causing Your Endo Belly
Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin
There is so much more to endometriosis than one might think. You’ve heard me say this repeatedly, but I don’t ... Read more
January 22, 2021January 20, 2021
How Silence and Meditation Help Me Feel Better
Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher
My breathing accelerates, and I feel pressure on my chest. Reaching out is daunting. But I persist, sharing what’s bothering ... Read more
January 21, 2021January 19, 2021
How I Eat During My Period to Keep My Pain at Bay
Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin
“What do you eat in the middle of a pain flare on your period?” Last night, I hosted a workshop. ... Read more

March 15, 2019March 14, 2019

The Mixed Emotions Generated by Endometriosis Scars

Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher

An endometriosis body is something quite particular. It’s not that you can pick someone from a crowd, point at them, and just like Poirot, exclaim, “Aha! An endometriosis patient!” Yet, ... Read more

March 14, 2019March 13, 2019

Here’s How You Can Take Action This Endometriosis Awareness Month

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

It’s Endometriosis Awareness Month! I believe this movement is gaining momentum every year, and this year is no exception. If this is your first Endometriosis Awareness Month, welcome to the ... Read more

March 14, 2019March 14, 2019

Study in Mice Identifies Gal-3 Protein as Driver of Endometriosis, Potential Therapeutic Target

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The protein galectin-3 (Gal-3) might play a key role in the development of endometriosis, a study suggests. Moreover, blocking this protein may be a possible treatment strategy. The study, “Galectin-3 ... Read more

March 12, 2019March 12, 2019

Resveratrol Helps Reduce 2 Enzymes Linked to Endometriosis, Trial Suggests

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Resveratrol, a natural substance present in many edible plants, is able to lower the levels of two enzymes, MMP-2 and MMP-9, which have been implicated in the development of endometriosis and ... Read more

March 8, 2019March 7, 2019

Why I Make Jokes About My Chronic Illness

Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher

During the Oscars weekend, after we all recovered from that “Shallow” performance, there was an inspiring piece of news that meant a lot for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and ... Read more

March 7, 2019March 6, 2019

Making Massive Progress with Endometriosis and Menstrual Health Awareness

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

Did you hear the news? Menstrual health education will be included in all primary and secondary schools in England by 2020. What a way to kick off Endometriosis Awareness Month! This ... Read more

March 5, 2019March 5, 2019

Endometriosis Patients Have Imbalance in Vaginal and Cervical Microbiota, Study Finds

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The population of microorganisms that reside in the vagina and cervix of patients with stage 3/4 endometriosis differs from that of healthy controls, suggesting a potential role of microorganism imbalance ... Read more

March 1, 2019February 28, 2019

It Isn’t Just Stress, It’s Endometriosis

Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher

Among hormonally challenged individuals like myself, very similar stories are exchanged. A frequent story is that in which doctors barely listen to a patient’s complaints and reach the very loosey-goosey ... Read more

February 28, 2019February 27, 2019

Motivational Speakers and Gurus to Help You Thrive in Life with Endometriosis

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

We all need a little inspiration sometimes. Life with endometriosis can be tough, and often we’re battling depression and anxiety, which are side effects of living with a chronic pain ... Read more

February 28, 2019February 28, 2019

Multidisciplinary Approach, Awareness Will Most Benefit Endometriosis Patients, Experts Say

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Multidisciplinary approaches addressing all patient needs and greater disease awareness are needed to improve care, diagnosis and development of treatments for people with endometriosis, according to a review study. The ... Read more

February 26, 2019February 26, 2019

Endometriosis Summit Hosted by Lumenis to Cover Latest in Therapies

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Billed as the first Endometriosis Summit, a town hall-style meeting hosted by medical device company Lumenis is expected to gather patients and practitioners for a day that covers the latest in endometriosis ... Read more

February 22, 2019February 20, 2019

What Marathon Training Is Teaching Me About Patience

Columns, Dachshunds & Duvets - a Column by Jessie Madrigal-Fletcher

It’s roughly 10 weeks until I attempt to run the London Marathon. I say “attempt” as this will be my first marathon. I haven’t even run a half-marathon, and I ... Read more