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December 7, 2018December 6, 2018

With Endometriosis, Quality of Life Is Often Dictated by Money

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

Two years ago, I was diagnosed with complex stage 4 endometriosis, and it has had a severe impact on my life. However, as much as I hate having endometriosis, ... Read more

December 6, 2018December 6, 2018

45% of Women with Endometriosis Dissatisfied With Medical Support Provided, Study Reports

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Nearly half of women with endometriosis are not satisfied with the support provided by their medical team, a study reveals. According to patients, clinicians should share more information about ... Read more

October 5, 2018October 4, 2018

Finding and Choosing an Endometriosis Specialist

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

One of the best things I have done since my diagnosis (apart from learning how to make vegan gluten-free chocolate chip cookies!) was finding an endometriosis specialist. It was no ... Read more

April 19, 2018April 19, 2018

Evotec, Bayer Advance Third Endometriosis Treatment Candidate into Clinical Trials

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A collaboration between Evotec and Bayer has resulted in the advancement of a new therapy candidate into Phase 1 testing for the treatment of endometriosis-related inflammation and pain. Established in ... Read more

March 29, 2018March 29, 2018

ENDOCARE Questionnaire May Help Improve Endometriosis Quality of Care, Study Suggests

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The ENDOCARE questionnaire is a viable and reliable tool that evaluates patient-centered care in endometriosis, according to researchers. They said ENDOCARE could be an important resource to help achieve ... Read more

March 5, 2018

Endometriosis From A to Z: 92 Terms to Know

Endometriosis is a disease that causes tissue similar to uterine tissue to grow outside of the uterus, causing various complications and symptoms. To help decipher the medical terminology, Endometriosis.uk has ... Read more

January 26, 2018January 25, 2018

Using Acupuncture to Relieve Pain

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

Suffering from endometriosis can mean not being offered a cure and realizing that managing the condition is probably the best and healthiest approach. Acupuncture, Chinese herbs and dietary changes ... Read more

January 22, 2018

Surgical Removal of Bowel Tissue Affected by Endometriosis Is Beneficial for Patients, Study Shows

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Danish researchers report that surgery can significantly reduce pain and improve the quality of life of patients with endometriosis affecting the bowels. This finding was reported in the study, ... Read more

January 12, 2018January 11, 2018

Women’s Health Is Still Being Ignored

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

Last week, numerous media outlets shared the story of Sinead Smythe from Brighton, U.K., who visited the accident and emergency department over 200 times before finally being diagnosed with endometriosis. While ... Read more

December 19, 2017December 18, 2017

Don’t Talk to Me About ‘Bad Periods’

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

It has happened to me several times now. Someone asks how I’ve been feeling and to my response they say, “Ah, yes. M has bad periods, too.” I know ... Read more