Endo Battery

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) What if your “IBS” isn’t just a gut problem—but part of a larger endometriosis story that involves nerves, immune triggers, and the way your body processes pain? We sit down with a neurogastroenterologist, Dr. Zachary Spiritos and  colorectal surgeon, Dr. Vincent Obias, to connect the dots between bowel en...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) We challenge the myth that teens are “too young” for endometriosis and show how to spot red flags that go far beyond “normal cramps.” Dr. Megan Wasson shares clear signs, family dynamics that normalize pain, and steps to get answers sooner. • redefining normal: pain as more than an inconvenience • family p...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) We explore the hard edges of parenting with endometriosis—pregnancy losses, grief, guilt, and the small wins that keep us going—and how those experiences drove us into advocacy that meets medicine where it starts: in classrooms. Along the way we talk kids’ questions, self‑grace, and building real community...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) We trace Nikki’s 28-year path from a painful first period to an excision surgery that finally connected endometriosis, PCOS, and adenomyosis, and we talk about pregnancy losses, pelvic floor pain, and the power of community. We share practical tools that shorten the time from symptoms to care and turn expe...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Jeff Arrington explains why insurance is a major barrier for endometriosis specialists and patients seeking care. The healthcare payment system fundamentally fails to recognize the difference between quick, superficial treatments and proper excision surgery that actually removes the disease. • Insuranc...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Professor Horace Ramon shares groundbreaking insights on how surgery for colorectal endometriosis significantly improves fertility outcomes, even for patients who've experienced multiple failed IVF attempts. His research reveals that removing endometriotic lesions throughout the pelvis gives patients...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Naomi Whittaker shares critical distinctions between diffuse and focal adenomyosis and their impact on fertility. She highlights how adenomyosis is often over-diagnosed on ultrasound while explaining that diffuse adenomyosis rarely affects fertility, though focal adenomyomas require surgical interventi...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Melissa McHale, a gynecologic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive endometriosis surgery, shares expert guidance on finding qualified surgeons for endometriosis treatment. She provides practical strategies for evaluating surgeon credentials, training backgrounds, and professional connections to e...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Canio Martinelli, OBGYN specialist and head of clinical programs at Sbarro Health Research Organization, discusses groundbreaking research on AI applications in medicine and surgical decision-making to improve patient outcomes. • Research shows AI systems like ChatGPT perform comparably to resident phy...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Ramiro Cabrera explains how surgical mapping revolutionizes endometriosis treatment by allowing surgeons to visualize deep infiltrating disease before operating. This European-originated technique enables personalized surgical planning and proper specialist involvement, replacing outdated diagnostic ap...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Professor Horace Ramon, a world-renowned endometriosis surgeon and researcher, reveals how excision surgery can significantly improve fertility outcomes for women with endometriosis. His groundbreaking studies show that nearly half of women with colorectal endometriosis can conceive naturally after surgery...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Francesco Di Chiara explains why detecting thoracic endometriosis with MRI presents three major challenges. Radiologists trained to spot round lesions often miss the thin, widespread deposits in the chest, while technical limitations and breathing movements further complicate imaging of the diaphragm—t...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Endometriosis evolves from teenage years into adulthood, often progressing from manageable period pain to symptoms outside the menstrual cycle that no longer respond to hormonal treatments. Dr. Megan Wasson, Chair of Medical and Surgical Gynecology at Mayo Clinic Arizona, breaks down this journey and provi...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar explores how endometriosis severity varies globally, highlighting the interplay between genetics, environmental factors, and healthcare access. While genetic components exist in endometriosis development, expression is influenced by epigenetics including diet, stress, and environme...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Two leading endometriosis specialists discuss why performing excision surgery before fertility treatments often leads to better outcomes for patients struggling with both endometriosis and infertility. • Dr. Sadikah Behbehani recommends excision surgery before IVF when endometriosis is suspected • Removing...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Your nervous system plays a crucial role in endometriosis pain, with practical tools available to help manage symptoms through the emerging field of neuropelviology. Professor Marc Possover, a world-renowned pioneer in treating chronic pelvic pain, explains how targeting pelvic nerves can bring relief to p...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Finding the right endometriosis surgeon can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack—especially when you’re already dealing with chronic pelvic pain and the emotional toll of the disease. The wrong choice can cost you years of suffering, but the right surgeon can change your life. In this episode, Dr...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) This summer brought unexpected clarity. In this heartfelt solo episode, I share why I stepped back from endometriosis advocacy a bit to focus on what matters most—my family, my health, and realigning with purpose. I open up about the emotional toll of advocacy, the guilt of burnout, and the beauty of redis...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Allyson Bontempo discusses the significant research gaps in understanding endometriosis diagnostic delays across different racial, ethnic, and gender groups. With the average diagnostic delay at over eight years based on predominantly white research samples, the delay for minority patients likely remai...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Yaniv Larish, a board-certified urologist, joins us to explore the complicated relationship between endometriosis and bladder symptoms. We uncover how urinary issues like urgency, frequency, and nocturia can be important indicators of endometriosis involvement in the urinary tract. • Common bladder sym...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Megan Wasson from Mayo Clinic explains how pediatric gynecological exams can be performed without causing trauma to young patients. She shares expertise on using external examinations and imaging techniques as alternatives to traditional speculum exams for diagnosing pelvic pain in adolescents. • Specu...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Dr. Zachary Spiritsos shares expert insights on the connections between digestive issues and conditions like POTS, MCAS, and EDS. He explains how these overlapping conditions present with distinct symptom patterns that can help patients better understand their complex health challenges. • Neurogastroentero...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Is endometriosis really just a reproductive disease? Dr. Megan Wasson, Chair of Medical and Surgical Gynecology at the Mayo Clinic, joins us to break down how endometriosis impacts people at every age — from teens with "normal" cramps to postmenopausal individuals still battling symptoms. We unpa...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Confused about PCOS and endometriosis? You’re not alone—and you might’ve been misdiagnosed. In this essential episode, Dr. Sadikah Behbehani, a double-fellowship trained reproductive endocrinologist and minimally invasive surgeon, sets the record straight. She breaks down the real differences between Polyc...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Struggling with emotional ups and downs while living with chronic illness like endometriosis ? You’re not alone—and your anger makes sense. In this powerful episode, Dr. Natasha Trujillo , licensed psychologist and author of "And She Was Never the Same Again," explores how to recognize and proces...