7 Endometriosis tips for husbands.

I never imagined that my married life would be affected by a chronic condition. I was completely unaware of endometriosis until my wife was diagnosed with it. Being married to a woman with stage IV deep infiltrating endometriosis can bring plenty of mixed emotions.

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You may feel like you’re constantly walking on eggshells, and that any wrong move could make things worse.

I often felt helpless, wondering what I could do to help my wife manage her endometriosis. I felt worried about her mental health and sad about her loss of physical health.

Her bravery and strength are something I admire deeply.

Over time, I’ve learned a few things that have helped both of us cope. So, if you’re married to a woman with endometriosis, I have seven tips that may help you both cope with the new normal.

7 endometriosis tips for husbands.

Having a girlfriend with endometriosis can be a very challenging thing when you try to build a new relationship, but when you become a husband to a woman with endometriosis, it can be even more complicated.

You want to help and support your wife, but you may feel helpless, confused, frustrated, and even resentful.

It’s important to keep the lines of communication open and to find ways to support each other.

To help you do that, here are seven endometriosis tips for husbands to help them support their wives and deal with the condition:

1. Educate yourself about endometriosis.
2. Be understanding, patient, and compassionate.
3. Communicate and listen to her.
4. Offer practical help and support.
5. Advocate for her.
6. Seek professional help if needed.
7. Don’t forget to take care of yourself.

1. Educate yourself about endometriosis.

The more you know about endometriosis, the better equipped you’ll be to support your wife. Learn about the symptoms, the possible treatments, and how endometriosis can impact her life. In addition to that, there are different types and stages of endometriosis.

You will never be able to grasp what she is going through. Endometriosis is a very painful and frustrating condition. It’s important to be understanding and patient with your wife. If you aren’t sure what she’s going through, ask her to explain it to you.

I found more about endometriosis from my own wife than from any medical professional. It may seem impossible, but the reason for that is that endometriosis is still not very well understood, and your wife is unique.

The medical system teaches doctors to treat every patient the same, however, every woman is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution to endometriosis.

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• What is endometriosis?
• What are the symptoms?
• What causes endometriosis?
• What does endometriosis look like?
• What are the stages?
• What are the types?
• What is adenomyosis and how is it related to endometriosis?
• Why do some women develop severe endo and others don’t?
• Does endometriosis cause infertility?
• How is endometriosis diagnosed?
• Do types and stages affect the treatment?
• Recurrence of endometriosis after excision surgery.

2. Be understanding, patient, and compassionate.

Your wife is dealing with a lot of pain and frustration. Be understanding and patient with her. If she’s having a bad day, be there for her. Listen to her and offer your support.

Compassion is key. Show her that you care and that you want to help her in any way you can.

Your wife may feel like she’s not being heard or that nobody understands what she’s going through.

It’s important to be understanding and patient with your wife. If you aren’t sure what she’s going through, ask her to explain it to you. Showing compassion will let her know that you care and that you want to help however you can.

3. Communicate and listen to her.

Open communication is essential in any relationship, but it’s especially important when dealing with a chronic condition like endometriosis. Listen to your wife when she wants to talk about her endometriosis. Ask questions and offer support.

If you don’t communicate, it can lead to misunderstandings and resentment.

Your wife may feel like she’s not being heard or that nobody understands what she’s going through. It’s important to listen to her and offer your support.

I understand that you may also feel unheard. Society expects us (men) to be the strong silent type and not to show weakness. But endometriosis is a team effort, and you need to communicate with your wife to be successful.

4. Offer practical help and support.

There are many ways you can help your wife cope with endometriosis. Offer to help with household chores, childcare, or errands.

Taking on some of the household chores can help ease your wife’s burden and give her more time to rest and recover. Don’t wait for her to tell you what needs to be done, take a look around and do what you can.

If your wife is working, offer to help with childcare or pick up the slack around the house. If she’s not working, offer to help with errands or anything else that needs to be done. Your wife may need to vent about the pain and frustration she’s feeling, so be your wife a shoulder to lean on.

Any practical help and support you can offer will be greatly appreciated by your wife. If she’s having a difficult day, simply being there for her can make a world of difference.

5. Advocate for her.

Be your wife’s advocate. Speak up for her when she needs it and help her navigate the healthcare system.

I did just that, but I also organized a meeting with my wife’s employer to help her work from home. It allows her to take better care of herself without having to struggle with going there physically.

You can attend your wife’s doctor’s appointments. It can be helpful for you to attend your wife’s doctor’s appointments so that you can learn more about the condition and how to best support her.

I went a step further – I created a blog about endometriosis and fibromyalgia for men, to help and educate men on these conditions, so they can be in a much better position to support their wives. Our voices also need to be heard.

I advocate through my blog for more research to be done on endometriosis and for awareness to be raised. We need more education in the medical field so that more women can get the help and support they need.

I also wrote a book called “Endo-Tool: Endometriosis for Men”​, so that men can learn about all the medical aspects, but also about the impact endometriosis has on their relationship, and how to find a way in the new normal.

6. Seek professional help if needed.

Don’t overdo it. You already are her hero – you stood by her side through all her struggles. You can’t do everything on your own. If you struggle to cope with the new normal, seek professional help.

Don’t hesitate to seek professional help. Counseling or therapy can be very beneficial. You may also want to consider joining a support group for husbands of women with endometriosis.

If you ignore your own feelings, it will eventually take a toll on your mental health. Don’t be afraid to seek help if you need it.

Compassion fatigue is real, and you need to take care of yourself too.

7. Don’t forget to take care of yourself.

It’s important to take care of yourself, both physically and emotionally. Be sure to make time for yourself and do things that make you happy. Don’t forget to nurture your own relationship with your wife as well.

If you do too much, you will burn. Caregiver burnout is a real thing, and it’s important to avoid it.

Make time for yourself. Go out with your friends, take up a new hobby, or just spend some time alone.

Don’t forget to nurture your relationship with your wife. Go on dates, take vacations, and make time for intimacy.

Endometriosis can be a difficult journey, but you don’t have to go through it alone. With the love and support of her husband, a woman with endometriosis can overcome anything.

Wrapping up endometriosis tips for husbands…

These endometriosis tips for husbands are just a starting point. Every couple is different, so find what works best for you and your wife. Most importantly, don’t give up hope.

With love and support, anything is possible.

My wife tried to take her own life on two occasions, she also asked me many times to divorce her believing that I would be happier with someone else, but I never left her side. I was there when she needed me the most, and because of that, our relationship is stronger than ever.

We have been through hell and back, but we are still standing.

If you are going through a difficult time, know that you are not alone. There is always help available.

Reach out to a support group or counseling, talk to your wife’s doctor, or even just reach out to me. I would be more than happy to help in any way I can. You are not alone in this journey!