Stories of Strength from Patients We’ve Supported

Over the past few years, I’ve been dealing with a lot of health issues with little to no real answers, often having to advocate for myself along the way. Alongside autoimmune challenges, I was also struggling with Stage IV endometriosis. In my case, I had endometriomas, which were visible on imaging and ultimately helped lead to my diagnosis—something many women don’t have the benefit of. At the same time, I understood that their presence typically indicates more extensive disease.

After a lot of research and prayer, I reached a point where I knew surgery was my only option. I also knew I wanted to go to a specific surgeon who is highly experienced with advanced cases and able to treat thoracic endometriosis if needed. It was a big decision—especially knowing the surgery would be entirely out of pocket—but one I felt I needed to make for my health. If it weren’t for Endo Excision for All, I’m not sure I would have even been able to move forward. Your support helped make up a significant portion of the difference that I wasn’t able to afford, and truly made this surgery possible for me.

During surgery, my doctor found extensive disease throughout my body. He removed two large endometriomas as well as my appendix, and excised masses of endometriosis from multiple areas including my tailbone, rectum, bowels, bladder, vagina, ovaries, pelvis, diaphragm, lungs, ribs, and essentially everywhere in between. While it was overwhelming to hear, it was also incredibly validating after years of not having clear answers.

Recovery has definitely been challenging, but I’m starting to feel better little by little. I know this isn’t the end of my journey, but it truly feels like a really big step in the right direction. I’m eager to see how my body feels once I’m fully healed and all the surgical inflammation settles down.

I can’t say enough about how much Endo Excision for All has impacted me. Your support not only helped make this surgery possible for me, but also gave me guidance, reassurance, and a sense of not going through this alone. It truly made such a difference during such a difficult time.

I’ve also been doing my best to share my story and spread awareness—not only about endometriosis, but about Endo Excision for All and the incredible work you do. I’ve been encouraging others that if they’re ever looking to give back to a cause that truly makes a direct impact, this is one that does. Thank you to EEFA for everything they do and for being such a big part of this journey for me.