Endometriosis - Faye’s Story

Together We Pause Episode 14: "Endometriosis - Faye’s Story"

Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode, Faye opens up about her experience with endometriosis, a condition that affects many women but is often misunderstood. She shares her journey, from the early struggles with misdiagnosis to finally receiving the right treatment, and the impact it had on her life, fertility, and pregnancy. Faye also reflects on how her body has coped through the ups and downs and offers advice to those who may be experiencing similar challenges.

Episode Highlights:

• Faye’s Experience with Endometriosis:
  Faye shares her journey with endometriosis, a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows outside of it, causing pain and fertility issues. She discusses the frustration of misdiagnosis and how her condition worsened over the years, particularly with her bowel and pain management.
• The Impact on Fertility:
  Faye talks about how endometriosis impacted her ability to conceive, including her emotional response to being told it might be impossible for her to have children. Despite this, she shares how she defied the odds and had her first child, Harry, after being told she would likely need fertility treatments.
• Surgery and Healing:
  Faye explains the surgeries she underwent to manage endometriosis, including the discovery of a large patch of endometriosis on her uterus during a C-section. She reflects on the unexpected news that she would need a hysterectomy, only to later find out that her uterus was saved. This miraculous outcome led to her second pregnancy and a planned C-section with her daughter, Grace.
• The Role of Medical Professionals:
  Faye discusses the importance of finding the right medical professionals who listen and understand your situation. She emphasizes how grateful she is for the doctors and consultants who helped her navigate her journey and provided her with the necessary treatments to manage her endometriosis.
• Perimenopause and Endometriosis:
  Faye reflects on how her endometriosis intersects with perimenopause. After being told to have the coil removed as part of her treatment, she later realized it was not the best advice, leading to further complications. She is grateful for the medical professionals who helped guide her through both issues simultaneously.

Key Takeaways:

• Seek Help and Don’t Settle for Misdiagnosis:
  If you suspect you have endometriosis, don’t settle for being told it’s just “period pain.” Keep advocating for yourself, and seek a second opinion if needed.
• Endometriosis and Fertility:
  Endometriosis can impact fertility, but it doesn’t mean pregnancy is impossible. Everyone’s journey is different, and seeking the right support can lead to positive outcomes.
• Support from Medical Professionals:
  Finding compassionate and knowledgeable doctors can make all the difference. Faye’s journey highlights the importance of having medical professionals who listen and provide the right treatments.
• Healing Is Possible:
  Despite the pain and challenges, healing and managing endometriosis is possible with the right care, and there are options to help improve quality of life.

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