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Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Join us for a powerful episode with Dr. Allison Bontempo, postdoctoral research fellow at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, as we uncover the complexities of endometriosis and the lived experiences of those affected. With a personal connection to the disease, Dr. Bontempo […]

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode What happens when two of the most prevalent gynecological conditions intersect? Join us as Dr. Sadikah Behbehani and Dr. Lora Liu shed light on the complexities and common misconceptions surrounding endometriosis and PCOS. These esteemed experts guide us through the landscape of these

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Living with chronic illnesses like endometriosis and adenomyosis can feel like a constant battle against societal expectations, and Chelsea and Alanna, know this struggle all too well. We’ve discovered that managing our lives with these conditions often resembles trying to fit the contents

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Ever wondered how a routine ER visit for kidney stones could change the course of someone’s life? Join us as Chelsea sits down with Alanna to uncover her harrowing yet empowering journey with endometriosis and adenomyosis. From the early, often-misunderstood symptoms like frequent

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Ever wondered why so many surgeons lack proper training in bowel endometriosis? In this episode of Endo Battery Fast Charged, we uncover startling research that points to a significant gap in medical education,  groundbreaking findings that reveal how endometriosis can alter brain activity,

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Is traditional endometriosis diagnosis failing patients?     – Dr. Ramiro Cabrera, a specialist from Mexico, shares how his sister’s battle with stage 4 endometriosis inspired his mission to revolutionize care using mapping and excision surgery.   Why pre-surgical mapping matters:    – Learn

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Imagine being nine years old and feeling a constant, unexplainable pain that no one seems to take seriously. That’s exactly what Arleigh Cole experienced, and in this powerful episode of Endo Battery, she shares her incredible journey from those early days of fatigue

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode –  Could endometriosis be the hidden cause of your unexplained pain? – We dive deep into the misunderstood conditions linked to endo, including my personal struggle with anterior cutaneous nerve entrapment syndrome (ACNES).  – Discover the intriguing connection between endometriosis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA)

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Can intuitive eating revolutionize your relationship with food when living with endometriosis? Join us as we explore this transformative topic with registered dietitian Sarah Rae, who brings her expertise to the table. Together, we discuss how listening to your body’s hunger and fullness

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode What if the key to managing your endometriosis symptoms lies not in restrictive diets but in a compassionate, evidence-based approach to nutrition? Join us on Endo Battery as we welcome Sarah Rae, a registered dietitian with personal experience in endometriosis and adenomyosis, who