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ERC Girl Talk

ERC Girl Talk. What is Endometriosis? .

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ERC Girl Talk

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  1. ERC Girl Talk

  2. What is Endometriosis? • Endometriosis , also known as Endo, is a disease the effects many girls and women. Every month when a girl has their menstrual cycle , fragments of the tissue that lines the uterus remain within the body instead of leaving during menstruation. The tissue implants itself in other parts of the body, most commonly in the reproductive organs.

  3. Symptoms • Period Pain • Pelvic or abdominal pain during cycle • Infertility or miscarriage pregnancy • Allergies common around period • Family history of endometriosis • Bladder pain or discomfort

  4. Treatment • Early intervention and effective therapies. • Surgical/Medical • Therapy • Certain diet, nutrition steps, and exercise • Limiting exposure to toxins • Pain Medication • Hysterectomy

  5. How to live with Endo

  6. Tips! • Make sure you are getting enough sleep at night. • Eat healthy meals and nutritious snacks each day. • Light exercise – when you can. • Do the things you enjoy when you feel well enough to do them! • Stay in touch with your friends in person, by phone, or online so you don’t feel “disconnected.” • Keep up with schoolwork, so you won’t get overwhelmed or fall behind. • Learn when you can push yourself – and when you can’t.

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