1 in 10 women have Endometriosis yet it is still hardly recognized for the debilitating and life threatening disease that it is. I was diagnosed with Endometriosis on March 2, 2017 through my first excision surgery. I have battled so incredibly hard and gone through many hardships throughout these past 5 years. Since I got my diagnosis, I found a community through this foundation and found comfort in reading the stories of those who have also been greatly affected by this disease. It is unfortunate how many people go without the proper tools and care needed to live a “normal” life. There are many things we need to function that aren’t always covered by insurance. To name a few: surgery, physical therapy, medication, supplements and (for those who are fortunate enough to get accepted) medical trials! This organization is paving the way for landmark research in finding a cure for this horrific disease. Please help me in my efforts to make a difference in the lives of those who suffer from this disease every single day; people like me. By coming together, we will find a cure and End Endo!

*The Endometriosis Foundation of America strives to increase disease recognition, provide advocacy, and fund landmark endometriosis research. Engaged in a robust campaign to inform both the medical community and the public, the Endofound places particular emphasis on the critical importance of early diagnosis and effective intervention while simultaneously providing education to the next generation of medical professionals and their patients.*