Why can one trigger cause an MCAS flare one day but not another? For people experiencing symptoms associated with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), this can be a frustrating question. A person may tolerate a particular food, activity, temperature, or...
Does endometriosis need a name change? It is an interesting question — and one worth discussing. The word endometriosis describes a condition involving tissue resembling the endometrium growing outside the uterine cavity. However, the name itself does not necessarily communicate...
Living with endometriosis is about much more than receiving a diagnosis. For many patients, the diagnosis is only the beginning of a much longer journey involving chronic pain, medical appointments, treatment decisions, relationships, work, movement, and navigating a healthcare system...
For people living with ME/CFS, Long COVID, or other conditions associated with post-exertional malaise (PEM), everyday activities can sometimes lead to a significant worsening of symptoms. Understanding what triggers PEM is an important part of symptom management — and those...
Living with a vulvovaginal disorder or chronic pelvic pain can be challenging enough without feeling dismissed or unheard by your healthcare providers. Unfortunately, a new study highlights just how common negative healthcare experiences may be for people seeking care for...
