Author: Joii Team
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Understanding pelvic pain with Endometriosis
Understanding pelvic pain with Endometriosis Medically reviewed by Dr. Karen Amaniampong Are you experiencing pelvic pain and wondering if it’s related to endometriosis? Pelvic pain is a common symptom that 40% – 70% of those with endometriosis, a condition where the endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus, experience. You’ll mainly feel this pain in your pelvic area, which…
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Calling out medical gaslighting in healthcare
Calling out medical gaslighting in healthcare Medically reviewed by Ms. Roisin Traynor, mental health counsellor Have you ever felt that a healthcare professional was dismissing your symptoms or concerns about your menstrual health? Maybe you’ve been told that it’s all in your head or that it’s just a normal part of being a woman or having…
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Managing menstrual migraines
Managing menstrual migraines There are several ways to manage menstrual migraines as they happen. Triptans Non-hormonal drugs and are the first-line treatment for cluster headaches or migraines once they have developed. They work by binding to serotonin receptors in the brain, narrowing blood vessels and reducing the release of inflammatory molecules in the blood that…
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What causes menstrual migraines during your period?
What causes menstrual migraines during your period? Understanding Menstrual Migraines Have you ever experienced migraines during your period? Migraines are a complex neurological condition with a variety of symptoms, typically involving moderate to severe headaches. They are highly disabling, difficult to treat, and strongly affect quality of life. Women are 2-3 times more likely to suffer from…
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Managing menstrual pain in endometriosis
Managing menstrual pain in endometriosis Medically reviewed by Dr. Fatema M Dawoodbhoy There are several ways to manage severe period cramps in endometriosis. For primary dysmenorrhea, non-medical treatments like heat therapy or exercise can be helpful. However, for secondary dysmenorrhea with endometriosis, medication may be necessary. Heat therapy Heat therapy is recommended by Kathleen, a member…
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Understanding Dysmenorrhea: What causes your period cramps
Understanding Dysmenorrhea: What causes your period cramps Medically reviewed by Dr. Fatema M Dawoodbhoy Period cramps or menstrual cramps, also called dysmenorrhea, is the most common symptom experienced by people who menstruate. It can manifest with and without endometriosis, research shows that it’s more common in those with the condition (54% vs 39%). Women with endometriosis not…
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How to manage with infertility struggles
How to manage with infertility struggles Medically reviewed by Dr. Karen Amaniampong If you are trying to conceive and have endometriosis, Dr. Karen Amaniampong has listed the following strategies you can take. You will usually take a fertility test, which can be performed by a gynaecologist or fertility specialist. Your GP can also refer you to take the…
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What causes infertility with endometriosis?
What causes infertility with endometriosis? Medically reviewed by Dr. Karen Amaniampong Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease where endometrium-like tissue is found outside of the uterus (womb). It is mostly found in women of reproductive age although the clinical consequences of endometriosis and its management can last well into post-menopause. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries,…
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Diagnosing endometriosis without surgery
Diagnosing endometriosis without surgery Medically reviewed by Dr. Emilie Côté, OB GYN Historically, endometriosis has always been diagnosed through surgery. The most common procedure is a laparoscopy, where a thin telescope connected to a camera is inserted through small cuts in the abdomen to help the gynaecologist visualise the organs and locate lesions. The diagnostic surgery is…
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Dealing with endometriosis flare ups
Dealing with endometriosis flare ups Living with endometriosis is a daily battle for many women as it comes with many challenges and complications in their day-to-day lives. Among these challenges, endometriosis flare-ups can be particularly debilitating. What is an endometriosis flare-up? A flare-up, also known as an endometriosis attack, occurs when you go through a…