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Welcome to Endo Battery, the podcast that's here to journey with you through Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. 


In a world where silence often shrouds these challenging conditions, Endo Battery stands as a beacon of hope and a source of strength. We believe in the power of knowledge, personal stories, and expert insights to illuminate the path forward. Our mission? To walk with you, hand in hand, through the often daunting landscape of Endometriosis and Adenomyosis.


This podcast is like a warm hug for your ears, offering you a cozy space to connect, learn, and heal. Whether you're newly diagnosed, a seasoned warrior, or a curious supporter, Endo Battery is a resource for you. Here, you'll find a community that understands your struggles and a team dedicated to delivering good, accurate information you can trust.

What to expect from Endo Battery:

Personal Stories: We're all about real-life experiences – your stories, our stories – because we know that sometimes, the most profound insights come from personal journeys.


 Leading Experts: Our podcast features interviews with top experts in the field. These are the individuals who light up the path with their knowledge, sharing their wisdom and expertise to empower you.


Comfort and Solace: We understand that Endometriosis can be draining – physically, emotionally, and mentally. Endo Battery is your safe space, offering comfort and solace to help you recharge and regain your strength.


 Life-Charging Insights: When Endometriosis tries to drain your life, Endo Battery is here to help you recharge. We're the energy boost you've been looking for, delivering insights and strategies to help you live your best life despite the challenges.


Join us on this journey, and together, we'll light up the darkness that often surrounds Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. Your story, your strength, and your resilience are at the heart of Endo Battery. Tune in, listen, share, and lets charge forward together. 

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Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode This episode is full of links that correlate endo, menopause, and "medical management" and possible links to oral health. Periodontal disease and endometriosis: analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0015028207043841 Towards a Common Pathogenesis Periodontal Disease and Endometriosis https://journals.lww.com/jhrs/fulltext/2018/11030/Towards_a_Common_Etio...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Is pregnancy really a cure for endometriosis, or just another myth we've been led to believe? We're pulling back the curtain on this age-old belief with the latest research that paints a far more complex picture. Join us as we unpack the significant findings from the study "Endometriosis and Risk Factors in Pregnancy, Labor, and Delivery." Here, we reveal the heightened risks of gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and other complic...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Empowerment through knowledge is our mantra, and we invite you to be an active part of the endometriosis advocacy movement. Engage with thought-provoking articles, share your interests and questions, and understand the critical role of self-advocacy and community support. We aim to arm you with the information needed to advocate for yourself and loved ones effectively. Stay engaged, stay informed, and help us shape a hopeful future for...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Ever wondered why so many surgeons lack proper training in bowel endometriosis? In this episode of Endo Battery Fast Charged, we uncover startling research that points to a significant gap in medical education, groundbreaking findings that reveal how endometriosis can alter brain activity, the outcome after deep endometriosis surgery, US healthcare system’s support for endometriosis patients, and more. Click the links below to t...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode - Could endometriosis be the hidden cause of your unexplained pain? - We dive deep into the misunderstood conditions linked to endo, including my personal struggle with anterior cutaneous nerve entrapment syndrome (ACNES). - Discover the intriguing connection between endometriosis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and what recent research reveals about their relationship. - Highlighting the unique medical c...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Explore all the facinating and insightful research that's helping us understand Endometriosis and all it's nuances. This episode we cover the following studies: 1.)The causal relationship of depression, anxiety, and neuroticism with endometriosis: A bidirectional 2-sample Mendelian randomization study. Medicine (Baltimore). 2024 Jul 12;103(28):e38823. 2.) Mental illness and sleep disorders among women with gynecological p...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Ever wondered how endometriosis impacts not just personal lives but also the workplace and broader economy? Join us on Endobattery Fast Charged as we unpack the hidden toll this condition takes on productivity, both at home and on the job. Discover shocking studies that reveal how endometriosis-related absenteeism and presenteeism lead to lost productivity and heightened stress. Links The Effect of Endometriosis Symptoms on Absenteei...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode This episode of Endo Battery Fast Charged is a continuation into research and its correlation between the LGBTQ+ Community and endometriosis. Here are the articles that are highlighted in this episode: Jones CE. Queering gendered disabilities. J Lesbian Stud. 2021;25(3):195-211. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32567533/ Dysmenorrhea and Endometriosis in Transgender Adolescents. J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol. 2020 Oct;33(5):524-528....
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Join me and gain insight into what the research says when it comes to the the LGBTQ+ community and endometriosis. Transgender and gender diverse people with endometriosis: A perspective on affirming gynaecological care. Womens Health (Lond). 2024 Jan-Dec;20:17455057241251974. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38742674/ Prevalence of pelvic pain in transgender individuals on testosterone. J Sex Med. 2023 Nov 30;20(12):1459-1465. h...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Postmenopausal endometriosis: a challenging condition beyond menopause. Menopause. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38531006/ Endometriosis in Menopausal Women-A New Age Is Coming? Literature Review. Life (Basel) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38672755/ Patient experiences of endometriosis diagnosis: A mixed methods approach https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37961031/ Demographic Correlates of Endometriosis Diagnosis Among United S...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10957595 Chiarle G, Allais G, Sinigaglia S, Airola G, Rolando S, Bergandi F, Micalef S, Benedetto C. Acupuncture for pain and pain-related disability in deep infiltrating endometriosis. Front Pain Res (Lausanne). 2024 Mar 8;5:1279312. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10956985 Wang Y, Li W, Ha C. A large-scale causal analysis of gut microbiota and endometriosis associated infert...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode The following links are to the articles, studies, and stories in this episode. It's time to play detective and look at all the evidence! Attitudes and perceptions of affected women towards endocrine endometriosis therapy: an international survey based on free-word association networks https://academic.oup.com/humrep/article/39/1/83/7330129?login=false Robot-assisted laparoscopy does not have demonstrable advantages over conventional...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Discover the truth behind endometriosis guidelines and research as I, Alanna, join forces with trailblazing patient advocates to uncover the latest insights in the complex world of endometriosis care. We're peeling back the layers on the updated clinical guidelines from esteemed health organizations and addressing the often undisclosed challenges when evidence is sparse. With a critical eye, we evaluate potential biases and conflicts o...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode What if you could transform an overwhelming challenge into a mission that changes lives? Our guest, Chanda Hinton, knows firsthand. After surviving a life-altering spinal cord injury at just nine years old, Chanda has turned her personal journey into a powerful movement for holistic healthcare solutions. Join us as we explore her inspiring path from patient to executive director of the Chanda Center for Health, where she champions comp...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode When we peel back the layers of healthcare access for endometriosis and adenomyosis sufferers, a tangled web of systemic biases and inequalities is revealed. Joined by the insightful Jen Moore, our latest episode delves into the heart-breaking narratives from all corners of the globe, including the stark discrimination unmarried women in India face and the prolonged wait times that disproportionately affect black women in the UK. We co...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode When Jen Moore first experienced the agony of endometriosis and adenomyosis at just eleven years old, little did she know that her pain would ignite a fierce advocacy for global awareness and change. Join us at the table for an enlightening conversation with Jen, who candidly details her journey from suffering in silence to becoming a beacon of hope for countless individuals dealing with these often misunderstood conditions. Her poigna...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Expert endometriosis surgeon Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar debunks common myths and provides clear answers to pressing questions about endometriosis management. Drawing from his extensive experience at the Indian Center for Endometriosis, he offers evidence-based insights on treatments, surgical approaches, and unusual symptoms. • No conclusive data supports the claim that birth control or Lupron causes regression of endometriosis lesions ...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar shares critical insights on evaluating surgeon skill and the importance of comprehensive treatment for endometriosis. His expertise reveals that clean, meticulous surgical technique with respect for tissue significantly improves outcomes and reduces post-operative adhesions. • Red flag if surgeon plans to "just remove the cyst" in a quick procedure • Endometriosis cysts never exist as single entities—always ac...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Dr. Zac Spiritos, a neurogastroenterologist, shares his expertise on the complex connections between endometriosis and gastrointestinal symptoms. We explore the critical role of the nervous system in gut function and discuss practical approaches to managing painful bowel movements, bloating, and food sensitivities. • Common GI issues with endometriosis include chronic constipation, diarrhea, bloating (endo-belly), and food sensitiviti...
Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode Dr. Jeff Arrington, a renowned excision specialist and patient advocate, shares his expert perspective on when ablation might be appropriate in endometriosis treatment. He discusses the nuanced decision-making process that balances complete disease removal against fertility preservation, challenging the notion that excision is always the only acceptable approach. • Small, superficial lesions could potentially be fully destroyed by abl...
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