Elsie Hewitt opens up about her journey with endometriosis, surgery and pregnancy, showing hope for fertility struggles and joining other celebrities raising awareness of this common but chronically under-diagnosed condition.
Prepping for your Receptiva test (what to expect, do & not do)
Preparing for an endometrial biopsy? Learn what to expect before, during, and after, including pain tips, cycle timing, sex guidance, and flying after. A complete, supportive guide in partnership with MyReceptiva™ to help you feel informed.
What is an endometriosis specialist? Here’s what to know (& how to find one)
Conditions like endometriosis can fly under the radar, and even though it’s thought that roughly 30% to 50% of women with endometriosis may experience infertility, not every OB-GYN or fertility doctor is trained to recognize the condition, or to treat it effectively. Getting the right support really matters for your fertility journey, and that’s where seeing a specialist can make a real difference. Here’s how.
Endometriosis vs endometritis – there’s a difference, and here’s why it matters for your fertility journey
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, but have you heard of endometritis? These two conditions sound alike but are entirely separate, and understanding the difference could be crucial for your fertility. Here’s what’s what.
How to push for an endo diagnosis – the all points guide
Stuck in the diagnosis cycle? Endometriosis is real, affects around 10 per cent of women, and you deserve answers. Take these steps to advocate for yourself, find a specialist, and get the care you need.
The BCL6 IVF low-down – what does a positive result mean for that next cycle?
Did you know that treating BCL6-positive cases before an IVF cycle can significantly improve success rates? Research indicates that addressing endometriosis can increase the chance of pregnancy fivefold.
Is it ‘normal’ period pain or endometriosis? Here’s how to know
I have painful periods, could it be endometriosis? Our Editor has been asking the same question. Read on as we lift the lid on normal period pain, the red-flag symptoms to look out for, and a quick-fire intro to when and how to explore testing.
Asymptomatic endometriosis – why understanding your options is essential for your fertility health
You might know that typical endometriosis symptoms include pelvic pain and heavy periods, but there’s also something called silent endometriosis – and it could be behind your unexplained infertility.
Care, diet and proper testing – a medical director’s endometriosis and fertility toolkit
Endometriosis and fertility. It’s one of our biggest searches, when trying to conceive – and no surprise there, given around 10% of women will have endometriosis during their reproductive years. That, plus the now outdated guidance that getting pregnant with endometriosis will ‘likely’ be a struggle. Put simply, every case is unique, and endometriosis is by no [...]
