During the last year I have battled with my health, and as a result have battled with loving myself. When I look in the mirror I see scars from surgeries, cellulite from poor lymphatic systems, bloated belly from something Ive eaten or just a mere buildup of poop. I see swelling and tension. I see…
Real emotions are hard to ignore
It has taken me a few days to feel ready to write this blog. Mostly because, I think I was (and am) scared of describing the intense emotions I have been feeling over the last few weeks. Let me set the stage. In my last visit with Dr. S, he mentioned that the Visanne should…
Pain Survey
Cramp My Style Blog is expanding. The new initiative is focused on neutralizing gender-biased outcomes in pain treatment. On the onset, the goal will be to understand the challenges presented to women (and transgender) when confronting their healthcare practitioners about pain. Once this initial information has been collected, the focus will be to lobby for,…
Endo Toolkit – by Jessica Murnane
Endo sisters! If you have not yet heard of Jessica Murnane you must become familiar with her work immediately. Several years ago I came across her book 'One Part Plant' and bought it right away. I knew she was legit because the forward to her book was written by Lena Dunham!!!! Anyways, we've messaged back…
Listening to my body – Part 3
I would like to entitle this blog post "taking matters into my own hands" simply because the last month has been complete and utter HELL and I have not heard a peep from either doctor despite my concerns. I should preface this by saying I feel confident my doctors respect me so I don't think…
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