How Does Daily Life with Endometriosis Look? Living with endometriosis profoundly impacts not just the person suffering but also their loved ones, shaping their daily lives in ways few outside the experience can understand. Let’s not forget that daily life with endometriosis is defined by chronic pain, emotional struggles, and the relentless challenges of managing … Read more
Endometriosis and Cancer: What Should You Know? When it comes to understanding the connections between endometriosis and cancer, many striking parallels exist even though they are largely overlooked. “Endo-Tool” Endometriosis for Men SEND IT MY WAY! Endometriosis, a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, shares certain cellular characteristics … Read more
Why Isn’t Men’s Role Emphasized in Endometriosis Advocacy? I’ve seen how endometriosis has affected my wife, and it’s heartbreaking. This condition is painful and affects 2-10% of women of childbearing age. Yet, the men who support them are often ignored. Men’s role in endometriosis advocacy is vital and it’s also important to hear their stories … Read more
Why Do Men Leave Women with Endometriosis? When I first learned about my wife’s endometriosis, I was overwhelmed by the complexities of the condition and the profound impact it had on our lives. I couldn’t help but wonder why some men choose to leave their partners during such challenging times. Men leave women with endometriosis, … Read more
What is Missing in the Endometriosis Community? What is missing in the endometriosis community? Well, in the vast landscape of endo support, a crucial element always remains underrepresented – guidance for male partners like myself who navigate their loved one’s chronic condition. The endometriosis community often overlooks the unique challenges faced by male partners, leaving … Read more
Why Do Men Feel Unsupported in Endometriosis Caregiving? As I sat beside my wife during her latest treatment for endometriosis, I felt frustrated and isolated. The invisible illness brought us constant challenges that seemed ignored by others. I yearned for more support from healthcare and loved ones but felt lost and alone. Today, I write … Read more
Why Do Men Feel Unprepared for Endometriosis Diagnosis? As I sat beside my wife, holding her hand tightly, the doctor’s words echoed in my mind: “She has endometriosis.” At that moment, I felt a wave of uncertainty wash over me. I knew endometriosis was a chronic, painful condition that affected women, but I had no … Read more
How Chronic Illness Breaks and Builds Us? (A Husband’s Story) Living with endometriosis and fibromyalgia transforms every aspect of life. For my wife, who was once a vibrant dancer, choreographer, and performer, these chronic conditions became a cruel thief, robbing her of a passion she once called her own. It took away not just her … Read more
As I sit with my partner, holding her hand through the pain, I feel helpless. Endometriosis has hurt her body and our relationship. But finding counseling for men is hard. Endometriosis mainly affects women but impacts men too. Studies show it affects men in many ways, like sex and work. Men feel helpless, frustrated, worried, … Read more
Watching my wife suffer from endometriosis was heartbreaking. The pain and emotional strain it caused our relationship were hard to bear. It made me realize how overlooked the impact of endometriosis on male partners is. Endometriosis affects 190 million women worldwide. But the men who support them are often ignored. This neglect is unfair and … Read more