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Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Mona Orady breaks down the critical role of adhesion prevention in endometriosis excision surgery—key for protecting fertility and reducing pain. She shares expert techniques, from minimizing tissue trauma to innovative methods like suspending ovaries during […]

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Nick Fogelson, an expert excision specialist with formal neuropelviology training, explains how endometriosis affects nerve pathways and creates specific pain patterns. He shares valuable insights on identifying and treating nerve compression and endometriosis lesions that

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Expert excision specialist Dr. Lora Liu reveals what patients should expect during post-surgery follow-ups, emphasizing the critical importance of receiving pathology reports. We discuss the non-negotiable documentation patients deserve after endometriosis excision surgery and how these

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Endometriosis is more than just a medical condition—it’s a relentless battle against misdiagnosis, systemic healthcare failures, and societal stigma. In this powerful episode, we shares our deeply personal journeys with chronic pain, shedding light on the

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Understanding the complexities of excision surgery and its role in managing endometriosis is crucial for patients. Our expert guest, Dr. Lora Liu, shares her wealth of experience in this field, offering insights about what to expect

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) In this episode of Endo Battery, we sit down with filmmaker Fisayo Thompson as she shares her powerful journey with endometriosis and the cultural stigmas surrounding chronic illness. Through her documentary Walking Through Walls, Fisayo exposes

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) This episode is full of links that correlate endo, menopause, and “medical management” and possible links to oral health.  Periodontal disease and endometriosis: analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveyhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0015028207043841 Towards a Common Pathogenesis

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Navigating menopause while managing endometriosis can feel like a battle with conflicting information and limited options. In this episode, we sit down with Vanessa Weiland, a primary care nurse practitioner and certified menopause specialist, to uncover

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Grief isn’t just about loss—it’s about learning to navigate change, especially when living with chronic illness. In this powerful episode of Endo Battery, Dr. Natasha Trujillo joins us to explore how generational grief shapes our emotional