Why is it so difficult to get an endometriosis diagnosis?
In Australia, people with period pain or other gynaecological symptoms can wait on average of 6.4 years before their symptoms are...
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- Dec 1, 2022
- 2 min
Do you think you have endometriosis? Here’s what to do
So, what’s next? Book a doctors appointment, learn about endo, talk to a friend, and seek support.
- Jun 23, 2022
- 11 min
Why are endometriosis advocates calling for the national guidelines to change?
On Mornings with Cathie Schnitzerling
ABC Radio Queensland, 24th May 2022
- Mar 24, 2022
- 3 min
It Took A Long Time For Me To Realise Your Period Shouldn't Be Debilitating
Written by Kayla Itsines When I was 18, I found out that I have endometriosis. It’s an incredibly common and debilitating condition that...
- Mar 18, 2022
- 3 min
Inflammation and the menstrual cycle
Written by Dr Mike Armour What is the menstrual cycle: The female reproductive organs (the organs used for having a baby) include: · ...
- Mar 3, 2022
- 7 min
Anatomy 101 for Surgical Removal of Endometriosis
Written by: Dr Jessica Robertson, Dr Aoife McSweeney, Dr Dave Listijono, Dr Assem Kalantan, Dr Danny Chou Endometriosis lesions found...
- Jan 21, 2022
- 8 min
Why Calming Down The Nervous System Can Help Endometriosis
Written by Pelvic Physiotherapist, Shan Morrison Why do I still have pain after my endometriosis surgery? How can I still have pelvic and...
- Nov 27, 2021
- 4 min
An invisible disease becomes a silent epidemic in the workplace
Written by Dr Mike Armour and Donna Ciccia Endometriosis is a common disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in...
- Nov 20, 2021
- 6 min
The A-Z of Physiotherapy Treatments in Endometriosis
Written by Ruth Schubert: physiotherapist and member of our Clinical Advisory Committee. Often those with endometriosis find their pelvic...
- Oct 2, 2021
- 6 min
Endometriosis and the microbiome
Written by Tracy Gaibisso & Prof Jason Abbott The human microbiome project (HMP) was first discussed in 2007 where it described humans as...
- Aug 28, 2021
- 2 min
Endometriosis and Quality of Life
Written by Dr. Beck O’Hara, PhD, Robinson Research Institute, University of Adelaide Photo: Levi Guzman via Unsplash We know that...
- Aug 7, 2021
- 6 min
Fatigue in Endometriosis
Written by Claire Hargreaves Photo by Engin Akyurt One major symptom of endometriosis that is often overlooked and underappreciated is...
- Jul 18, 2021
- 4 min
Pregnancy and Endometriosis
Written by Dr Erin Nesbitt-Hawes PhD FRANZCOG B Med (Hons), member of our Clinical Advisory Committee. CW: Pregnancy, infertility,...
- Jul 3, 2021
- 6 min
Endometriosis of the Diaphragm and the Chest
Written by Dr Michael Wynn-Williams, member of our Clinical Advisory Committee. CW: Contains surgical imagery that some may find graphic....
- Mar 27, 2021
- 6 min
Endometriosis and FODMAPS
Written by nutritionist, naturopath, and herbalist Tracy Gaibisso & Low FODMAP recipe provided by Hoda Hannaway Endometriosis and IBS...
- Mar 12, 2021
- 7 min
Endometriosis and the Urinary Tract
By Dr Michael Wynn-Williams - Endometriosis Australia's Clinical Advisory Committee CW: Contains surgical imagery Endometriosis of the...
- Feb 18, 2021
- 2 min
Cannabidiol (CBD) and Aussies with Endo: What we know
By Dr Mike Armour and Justin Sinclair from NICM Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University. What is Cannabidiol (CBD)?...
- Sep 24, 2020
- 6 min
Medicinal Cannabis and Endometriosis - hashing out the evidence.
Have any budding questions in relation to the use of medicinal cannabis for endometriosis symptoms? You might find your answers in our most
- Aug 26, 2020
- 3 min
Overactive pelvic floor muscles in Endometriosis.
How do muscles get tight with endo? What to do if you suspect you have overactive pelvic floor muscles...
- Aug 6, 2020
- 4 min
Pelvic Pain is a protective response that can be changed.
"Pain is always real and your experience of pain should always be heard and respected."
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