There is no denying that racism is alive and well, prospering at an alarming rate and occurring daily. Let’s use the healthcare system as an example. Research indicates that African American patients in the United States have long received suboptimal care relative to white patients when seeking medical treatment. Today we will look at some astonishing statistics
Initially, I wanted to start this blog post with an analogy. Comparing life with PMDD to that friend with whom you have a love-hate relationship. That is how I wanted to start this off, but PMDD is no friend! Homegirl sits beside the devil. She probably looks like a doll, all cute and innocent, but
Understanding Endometriosis Endometriosis is a chronic disease that affects girls and women of reproductive age. The disease can be defined as when the growth of tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis is a painful disease and can cause a variety of symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain, pain
Endo Warrior is a term I quickly discovered while researching endometriosis. Throughout blog posts and youtube videos, I quickly became familiar with that phrase. What comes to your mind when you think of a warrior? I envision this strong, built person – a confident, swift, vigilant leader. Truly, the epitome of living with endometriosis. Endometriosis
The Difference Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). PMDD causes a range of emotional and physical symptoms every month during the week or two before your period. PMS and PMDD are not the same and should be acknowledged separately. For this blog, the focus will on women suffering from PMDD. What
Introduction PMS is a word or phrase, often used to describe a girl or woman’s unusual or erratic actions or behaviors. Often to mock and degrade a female. What if I told you PMS is real? What if I told you that girls and women sometimes experience different emotions and behaviors before menstruation, sometimes far
Painful Periods: Comprehending Endometriosis and Its Signs and Symptoms
Endometriosis is a chronic disease that affects girls and women of reproductive age; this disease can be defined as when the growth of tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis is a painful disease that causes multiple symptoms. Including pelvic pain, pain during and after sexual intercourse, painful bowel movements,
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