Online Support Group
Upcoming Support Group Sessions
| Date and Time | Details | Place | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 04th November 2019 8:00pm - 9:00pm | Combined Surgery for Endometriosis - Guest Speaker: Mr Fevzi Shakir - Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. | Online | Guest speaker |
Meet the Support Group Leader(s)
Catherine
I finally knew I had endometriosis in 2008, following many years since I was a teenager of wrong or inconclusive diagnoses. A combination of surgeries, hormonal treatment and lots of self care helped to stabilise my health. I really enjoy sharing information with other endo women. During our online meetings we learn so much from each other, as well as from the expert guests.
RHEA
I was diagnosed with stage 4 severe endometriosis in 2011 after 7 years of misdiagnosis in a London hospital. Both my bowel surgeon and gynae surgeon performed what they called pioneering surgery on a woman of my age. I lost 10 inches of bowel, my left fallopian tube and had a lot of work on my pelvis to name but a few things. The recovery was a struggle but I got through it. Endometriosis still throws obstacles at me but I am finding ways to get around it and will continue to do so. My experience of the disease prompted me to try and help other woman and show them that I am living proof you can get through.
Katy
I was diagnosed with Endometriosis in 2009 after suffering with symptoms for more than 15 years. I began volunteering in September 2017 when my eldest child started school and I felt I had a little bit of spare time. I help plan and facilitate the Online Group Support calls which offer access to experts and allow fellow sufferers to share experiences and offer support.
If you would like to join the next Virtual Support Group meeting, please email support@endometriosis-uk.org with your name, email address and phone number.
