Why should you not divorce a woman with endometriosis? Divorcing a woman with endometriosis is not the answer. I know this because even though being a husband to a woman with endometriosis can be challenging, it is important to understand and support her. Endometriosis is a painful medical condition that affects many women, and male … Read more
What happens to endometriosis before and after menopause? Currently, as I write this blog post, my wife enters her perimenopausal stage. She’s in her late-40s and is beginning to experience perimenopausal symptoms. With this new stage of life comes a number of questions concerning endometriosis, its relation to menopause, and how to manage postmenopausal endometriosis … Read more
What is stage 4 endometriosis? When my wife was diagnosed with endometriosis, I could barely spell the word, let alone understand it. I had no idea about this chronic condition, its staging system, and what stage 4 endometriosis meant. “Endo-Tool” Endometriosis for Men SEND IT MY WAY! Here’s, in a nutshell, what you need to … Read more
Adenomyosis vs endometriosis. Adenomyosis and endometriosis both involve the presence of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus, but adenomyosis specifically affects the muscular wall of the uterus, while endometriosis is characterized by endometrial tissue outside of the uterine cavity. “Endo-Tool” Endometriosis for Men SEND IT MY WAY! My wife suffers from stage IV deep infiltrating … Read more
Why my wife has stabbing pain when pooping during a period? Stabbing pain during bowel movements during menstruation may be due to dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, uterine fibroids, or IBS. Hormonal changes, inflammation, and cramping can also cause constipation contributing to pain and discomfort. Period pain is a common symptom that many women experience, … Read more
Why do men of women with endometriosis have no help? I recognized this issue even before my wife was diagnosed with endometriosis. I felt helpless and isolated as if I had no way to help her. It’s an incredibly common experience for men of women with endometriosis. “Endo-Tool” Endometriosis for Men SEND IT MY WAY! … Read more
12 tips to keep a relationship solid despite chronic illness. In a healthy relationship, communication is key. When a chronic illness affects one or both partners in a relationship, it’s especially important to communicate openly and honestly about needs and concerns. Chronic Illness Dedicated to Male Partners SEND IT MY WAY! First and foremost you … Read more
Is there a brain fog test? Unfortunately, a brain fog test does not exist. Commonly associated with fibromyalgia, the fog has no definitive test. Fibromyalgia For Caring Male Partners SEND IT MY WAY! Cognitive tests are available for fibromyalgia patients, including the Cognitive Visualization Scale (CVS). These tests measure cognitive functioning in terms of memory, … Read more
Where are fibromyalgia pain points located? Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that causes widespread musculoskeletal pain and tenderness. Muscles, ligaments, and tendons can be affected by this chronic condition. Fibromyalgia pain points, or tender points, are specific areas that are painful when pressure is applied. Fibromyalgia For Caring Male Partners SEND IT MY WAY! Fibromyalgia … Read more
What are the reasons for fatigue in females? Fatigue is a common symptom experienced by women of all ages. It can be caused by a number of reasons, ranging from hormonal imbalances to lifestyle factors. Some of the most common reasons for fatigue in females include various chronic conditions. Chronic Illness Dedicated to Male Partners … Read more