tuckerariel+FollowChildhood Stress & Endometriosis: Who Knew?Turns out, your childhood might have more to do with endometriosis than anyone thought. A massive Swedish study found that women who faced tough times growing up—like family addiction, moving a lot, or violence—were way more likely to get diagnosed with endometriosis later. The more adversity, the higher the risk. It’s wild to think how early life stress could mess with your immune system and pain levels years down the line. Mind and body really are connected! #EndometriosisAwareness #WomensHealth #MentalHealth #Health90Share
itaylor+FollowChildhood Trauma & Endo: The Hidden LinkJust learned that tough childhoods—like growing up around violence, loss, or family struggles—can seriously up your risk of endometriosis later in life. Swedish researchers found women with multiple childhood traumas had up to 60% higher risk, and those exposed to violence more than doubled their risk. Wild how mental and physical health are so connected! Makes you wonder how many women’s pain is being dismissed because docs aren’t seeing the full picture. #EndometriosisAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #WomensHealth #Health #BodyHealth232Share
Dr. Ryan Newton+FollowEndometriosis: The Pain No One Talks AboutDid you know endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and often goes undiagnosed for years? It’s not just bad cramps—there are four types, and the pain can be next-level, from stabbing to aching. Hormonal treatments help some, but not all, and surgery isn’t always a fix. Plus, it costs the US $78 billion a year! If you or someone you know has mystery pelvic pain, it might be more common than you think. #EndometriosisAwareness #WomensHealth #ChronicPain #HealthFacts #InvisibleIllness #Health30Share
Sarah Bennett+FollowBBC Star’s Joyful Pregnancy RevealMichelle Ackerley just dropped the sweetest news live on air—she’s pregnant after a tough journey with infertility and endometriosis! She opened up about her struggles to connect with others going through the same thing, and honestly, her excitement is contagious. Michelle and her husband Ben are expecting their little one in October. Sending all the good vibes to this growing family! #PregnancyAnnouncement #EndometriosisAwareness #BBC #FeelGoodNews #Health00Share
Kathleen Lucas+FollowEndometriosis Finally Gets Its Own LabEndometriosis is one of the most misdiagnosed and misunderstood diseases out there, but that might finally change. A brand new research center just opened at Cold Spring Harbor Lab, dedicated entirely to figuring out this painful condition that affects up to 1 in 10 women. For years, women’s pain has been dismissed or mismanaged—now, scientists are on a mission to crack the code and develop better ways to diagnose and treat it. This could be a total game-changer for women’s health! #EndometriosisAwareness #WomensHealth #MedicalBreakthrough #ResearchMatters #Health493Share
tuckerariel+FollowEndometriosis & Early Menopause? Who Knew!Just learned that women with endometriosis are way more likely to hit menopause early—sometimes nearly two years sooner if they have surgery. The study says they’re 7x more likely to have surgical menopause, and even natural menopause can come months earlier. It’s wild how much endo can impact your body beyond just pain and periods. If you or someone you know has endo, regular check-ins with your doc are a must! #EndometriosisAwareness #WomensHealth #Menopause #HealthNews #Health190Share
Ryan Cunningham+FollowEndometriosis Finally Getting Noticed?Endometriosis has been called the 'silent disease,' but it’s getting way less silent thanks to celebs like Amy Schumer and Mandy Moore opening up. 1 in 10 women deal with this, and the pain can be brutal. Boston docs are now teaming up to spot it earlier with new imaging tricks—no more waiting years for answers. Early detection could mean less pain and better outcomes. About time, right? #EndometriosisAwareness #WomensHealth #MedicalBreakthrough #BostonNews #Health130Share