Endometriosis: What Endo Warriors Want You to Know
As Endometriosis Awareness Month comes to a close, we’re spotlighting the voices that matter most: the warriors living with endo every single day.
Endometriosis: What Endo Warriors Want You to Know
Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10, yet it often takes years to diagnose, is commonly misunderstood, and is frequently dismissed. If you’ve ever been told your pain is "normal," or that it's just "bad periods," you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it. Endometriosis is real, it’s complex, and it deserves to be taken seriously.
Here’s what Endo Warriors want you to know:
1. Endometriosis is not just a bad period.
Painful periods are just one piece of a much larger picture. Endometriosis causes inflammation, adhesions, and lesions that can affect the bladder, bowels, lungs, and beyond. Pain can happen any time of the month—not just during your cycle.
2. It takes too long to be diagnosed.
The average time to diagnosis is 7 to 10 years. That’s a decade of living in pain, being gaslit, misdiagnosed, and told to "just take birth control." Early intervention matters, but awareness and education are still catching up.
3. Endometriosis can impact fertility—but it’s not the end.
Many people with endometriosis experience infertility or difficulty conceiving. Endometriosis can affect egg quality, ovarian reserve, and implantation. But every journey is different. Many go on to conceive through IVF or other fertility support.
4. Pain is real, even if you can't see it.
Endometriosis is an invisible illness. There are no casts, no crutches, no outward signs. But that doesn’t mean the pain isn’t debilitating. Fatigue, brain fog, and chronic pain are part of daily life for many. Believe people when they tell you they’re struggling.
5. We need to be heard, not fixed.
So many endo warriors have been dismissed, told their symptoms are exaggerated, or sent home from the ER with no answers. We don’t need platitudes—we need to be seen, believed, and taken seriously. Listening is one of the most powerful forms of support.
6. Support makes all the difference.
Whether it’s a partner who goes to appointments, a friend who checks in, or an online community who just gets it — support is everything. Endometriosis can feel lonely, but you are never alone.
Let’s keep raising awareness long after March ends. Because endometriosis warriors deserve answers, options, and respect—not just awareness.
Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider or qualified medical professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this blog.
