If you have endometriosis, you probably already know this, but according to the most recent research, 50 to 70% of people with endometriosis report dyspareunia, or pelvic pain that occurs before, during, or after penetrative vaginal sex. Pain with sex for endometriosis patients has also been so normalized that the overall medical community hasn’t done much to treat it — it’s just expected, and has even been taboo to discuss in endometriosis patient circles.  For Jacqueline Solivan, Director of Partnerships at Rescripted and endometriosis warrior, “Painful sex has no limits or restrictions — it honestly almost...

Mara Santilli • Mar 25, 2024

Life with endometriosis can be an ongoing battle. After years of dealing with painful flare-ups, many women experience its next cruel symptom: infertility. An estimated 30-50% of women with endometriosis have difficulty conceiving. But since it takes an average of 7-10 years to get a diagnosis, many are first told they have unexplained infertility. Whether your endometriosis is confirmed, suspected, or more of a gut feeling, IVF can help you overcome underlying issues contributing to infertility.  In this article, Dr. Charles E. Miller, an internationally renowned minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon and infertility specialist at CCRM Fertility,...

Alexa Davidson • Mar 24, 2024

This post is sponsored by BetterHelp, the world’s largest professional therapy platform done online. The state of your mental and physical health impacts one another. For instance, the American Psychological Association notes that too much stress can have downstream negative effects on everything from your heart health to your nervous system. In an interview with Rescripted, Sreela Stovall, Ph.D., LMHC, Clinical Operations Manager at BetterHelp, walked us through how endometriosis — defined as tissue similar, but not identical, to the lining of the uterus that is found elsewhere in the body — can and does impact so many people’s mental health. ...

Vivian Nunez • Mar 21, 2024

Think back to the first time you heard the term “endometriosis” (which is a painful condition characterized by tissue similar to the lining of the uterus growing outside of the uterus). If you really think hard, there’s a decent chance that it was when you heard a celebrity speak out about their experience with the condition. Receiving an endometriosis diagnosis is notoriously difficult — according to Speak Endo, it frequently takes up to ten years for someone to get diagnosed. There are so many reasons for this (medical gaslighting, anyone?), and lack of awareness is definitely...

Zara Hanawalt • Mar 18, 2024

For some women, their period is the most dreaded time of the month — filled with menstrual cramps, migraines, and heavy bleeding that hinders their daily activities. Having a heavy flow can be especially hard when you are at work. You might experience anxiety about potential leaking or maybe even embarrassment that you are not feeling yourself or working up to your typical standard.  Don’t worry, though. There is nothing to be ashamed of. We’re here to listen, support, and acknowledge what you’re going through. We’ve also come up with some ways to help you better...

Brighid Flynn • Mar 18, 2024

One of the most frustrating things to encounter is unexplained menstrual pain, which can also often lead to unexplained infertility.  According to Endowhat.com, endometriosis is tissue similar, but not identical, to the lining of the uterus that is found elsewhere in the body. Endometriosis occurs in at least 7-15% of people assigned female at birth, with some experts believing it could be more like 25%. The reason that these statistics and many others aren’t fully confirmed is that the only way to confirm if someone has endometriosis is through a surgery called laparoscopy.  We spoke with Melissa Montes, MD,...

The Rescripted Team • Mar 10, 2024

If you've ever experienced period cramps or pelvic pain, you know it's no walk in the park. But what if I told you there's a new player in town, ready to change the game in pelvic pain management? Enter CBD suppositories, a revolutionary approach to managing pain that might just make you rethink your go-to remedies during that time of the month.  What's the deal with CBD? CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound found in cannabis plants. Unlike its cousin THC, CBD won't make you feel impaired. Instead, it's all about helping your body find balance...

The Rescripted Team • Mar 8, 2024

In 2018, actress and writer Lena Dunham penned an essay for Vogue about her journey with endometriosis and hysterectomy at age 31. After a decade of debilitating pain and multiple hospitalizations due to endometriosis, she decided to undergo a hysterectomy. “My uterus is worse than anyone could have imagined. It’s the Chinatown Chanel purse of nightmares, full of both subtle and glaring flaws,” said Dunham of her uterus after the procedure.  A hysterectomy is a major medical procedure with a long-term impact on fertility. However, for women with endometriosis, it can also be a lifeline to...

Erin Pettis • Mar 7, 2024

There is no denying that endometriosis is a painful and frustrating condition affecting around 2 to 10% of American women between ages 25 and 40. Characterized by severe cramps, abnormal menstrual flow, and pain during intercourse, endometriosis can also significantly impact one’s fertility.  Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar, but not identical, to the lining of the uterus is found elsewhere in the body. This can then cause inflammation, scarring, and painful cysts. If that wasn’t aggravating enough, the abnormal tissue buildup can also block the fallopian tube, therefore preventing the egg and sperm from fertilizing, making...

Sarene Leeds • Mar 4, 2024

Endometriosis flare-ups: If you know, you know about the debilitating pain it can cause for at least 7-15% of women worldwide. For some people, their endometriosis gets worse around their monthly period, but there are other more sneaky triggers of flare-ups in endometriosis pain, like certain aspects of your diet.  The best way endometriosis warrior Jacqueline Solivan, Director of Partnerships at Rescripted, can describe a flare-up is the equivalent of tightly twisting a balloon animal into a shape — but the balloons are your organs. Having excruciating internal and back pain that takes her out each...

Mara Santilli • Feb 29, 2024