Why Isn’t Men’s Role Emphasized in Endometriosis Advocacy?

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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?

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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?

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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?

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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?

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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)

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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

Why Are Counseling Services for Men in Endometriosis Care Scarce?

Counseling services for men in endometriosis care

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

Why Is Men’s Burden in Endometriosis Care Overlooked?

Men’s burden in endometriosis care overlooked

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

Why Isn’t Men’s Mental Health Addressed in Endometriosis Care?

Men’s mental health in endometriosis caregiving

Standing by my wife’s side, I felt helpless as she battled endometriosis pain. The emotional weight of this chronic condition affected us both. Yet, the healthcare system and society often ignore the mental health impact on male partners. Endometriosis affects one in ten women of reproductive age worldwide. It also impacts transgender, genderfluid, and non-binary … Read more

Why Don’t Men Have Resources on Endometriosis’ Impact on Relationships?

Men’s resources on endometriosis’ impact on relationships

Reflecting on my support for my partner with endometriosis, I feel frustrated. There’s a lack of resources for male partners. Endometriosis affects not just the person with it but also the whole relationship. But, when I looked for help, I found nothing. Men’s voices in the endometriosis community are often ignored. Studies reveal that male … Read more