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A Father’s Perspective on Endometriosis
The word endometriosis had never been a part of my vocabulary; I had never heard of it as a diagnosis nor as a possible affliction neither within my own family nor in the course of normal conversation. When my adolescent daughter was experiencing periods that lasted up to two weeks and she was complaining of significant abdominal pain, enough at times to request to stay home from school, I had relied upon the information supplied by her pediatrician – that cramping was normal, and she should accept it as a normal part of being a female and to take ibuprofen for the pain. She was told repeatedly that she needed to stop complaining, to suck it up, and that she was a drama queen, that her pain couldn’t be that bad.
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The word endometriosis had never been a part of my vocabulary; I had never heard of it as a diagnosis nor as a possible affliction neither within my own family nor in the course of normal conversation. When my adolescent daughter was experiencing periods that lasted up to two weeks and she was complaining of significant abdominal pain, enough at times to request to stay home from school, I had relied upon the information supplied by her pediatrician – that cramping was normal, and she should accept it as a normal part of being a female and to take ibuprofen for the pain. She was told repeatedly that she needed to stop complaining, to suck it up, and that she was a drama queen, that her pain couldn’t be that bad. |
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Welcome to Endofound's new publication, The Blossom. The Blossom will serve as a patient-centered online space in which we share our creativity, everyday endo advice, personal stories, events, and other contributions from our supporters. We aim to share the many voices of endometriosis and lessen the stigma surrounding this disease by celebrating the beauty of the community. Happy reading!
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Endofound held its first yoga event on Sunday, October 8th at Reflections Yoga Studio.
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Did you know some women practice yoga to relieve pelvic pain? Give this pose a try!
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Learning to be more mindful is similar to learning a new language or how to drive – it takes time and commitment but it can add so much to your life. We all lead such busy lives but I strongly believe that twenty minutes of mindfulness a day can lessen suffering, highlight the positive in your life, and increase your sense of wellbeing.
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The ENPOWR (ENdometriosis: Promoting Outreach and Wide Recognition) Project, EndoFound's school- and community-based education program, is about to enter its sixth year! Educating over 35,500 students worldwide, ENPOWR's Endo EduKit relies on volunteers to bring our endometriosis lesson into local classrooms. Check out our ENPOWR Map to see where we've been! Don't see your hometown? Apply to be a volunteer endo educator and bring this critical endometriosis education to the students in your neighborhood.
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The Endometriosis Foundation of America has two urgent goals -- to spread awareness about endometriosis and to find better options for diagnosing and treating the disease. Honor someone in your life who has been touched by endometriosis by donating today! Your donation funds an aggressive agenda including educating youth through our ENPOWR™ (ENdometriosis: Promoting Outreach and Wide Recognition) program, funding landmark endometriosis research, and educating medical professionals.
You can make a general donation, a matching grant, a tribute, support a Team Endo Marathon runner or EveryDayHero fundraiser.
The Endometriosis Foundation of America is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, tax-exempt organization designated by the Internal Revenue Code.
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Endometriosis Foundation of America
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Phone: +1 646.854.3309 - endofound.org
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Disclaimer:
The information contained on the Endometriosis Foundation of America ("EndoFound") web site and social media is provided for your general information only. EndoFound does not give medical advice or engage in the practice of medicine. The EndoFound under no circumstances recommends particular treatment for specific individuals and in all cases recommends that you consult your physician or local treatment center before pursuing any course of treatment.
References to any entity, product, service, or source of information not related to the EndoFound in this site should not be considered an endorsement, either direct or implied, by the Endometriosis Foundation of America. The EndoFound does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, products, procedures, opinions or other information that may be provided on any linked web sites. The linked web sites may contain text, graphics, images or information that you find offensive. EndoFound has no control over and accepts no responsibility for such materials.
We hope that you find endofound.org useful in providing information and in helping you make your own health care decisions. |
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