Information Needs of Women Affected by Endometriosis and Their Environment: Qualitative Results from Participatory Workshops.
Background/Objectives: Endometriosis affects ~10% of women, causing chronic pain, reduced quality of life, and, often, infertility. As endometriosis literacy and awareness are low in society and among health care providers …
Effect of mindful breathing on anxiety, depression, and quality of life among women with endometriosis.
Women diagnosed with endometriosis often experience heightened anxiety, depression, and a diminished quality of life (QoL). To address these issues, mindful breathing exercises have been introduced aimed at reducing anxiety …
Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Women From Puberty to Menopause.
Women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) experience distinct physiologic and clinical challenges across their lifespan. In childhood and adolescence, early exposure to corticosteroids, chronic inflammation, and malnutrition may impair pubertal …
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This is Lily. She says her entire body erupted in a severe rash caused by the stress of doctors dismissing her health concerns 💔 Lily said she had 'always' experienced …
Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of Asian women with endometriosis in Canada: A photovoice study.
Endometriosis affects approximately 190 million people globally and 2 million in Canada. Experiences of endometriosis can profoundly impact all aspects of life, including physical, mental, and financial well-being. The Coronavirus …
Prognostic Factors for Pain and Fertility Outcomes Following Laparoscopic Endometriosis Surgery: A Single-Center Experience.
Endometriosis is a prevalent condition among women, often leading to infertility. Laparoscopic surgery is widely employed as a therapeutic intervention for endometriosis. This study investigated the prognostic factors influencing the …