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Madison Michelle

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I don’t really have the words to describe the journey this has been. Since I was 14 years old, I have lived with severe pain. For years, I thought I was just one of those girls who had “bad periods.” As it began to affect more and more of my life and not just during that time of the month, I knew something deeper was going on, but I had no idea what it could be.

In April, after experiencing the worst pain I’ve ever felt, pain that sent me to the hospital, I began searching for answers. During my research, I learned about a disease called endometriosis. And, after eight years of pain and months of searching, I have received my diagnosis.

Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it. It can cause organs and other internal structures to stick together, leading to severe pain, chronic inflammation, and, often, infertility. It can also spread beyond the pelvis and affect other areas of the body. Although those cases are more rare, it has even been found on the lungs, heart, and brain.

I can’t praise my medical team at Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge enough. Thinking about the level of care they gave me still brings tears to my eyes. They reassured me at every step and never dismissed my symptoms (a luxury myself and many other patients have not experienced with other doctors). As of now, endometriosis can only definitively be diagnosed through surgery. My surgical team was amazing and removed all of my adhesions 🥹 As of now, there is no cure, and it will grow back eventually. But for now I am focused on the relief I have gotten and the absolute joy these doctors have given me.

While I’m a more private person, I’ve learned through this journey that endometriosis is incredibly common, yet still not widely understood. One in ten women live with this disease, but it still takes most women seven to ten years to receive a diagnosis and proper treatment.

My hope in sharing my story is that it might help someone else recognize the signs and get answers sooner than I did. by @things.madi.does

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2 months ago

I am so grateful for everyone that has decided to follow my story! I hope I can spread some awareness about endometriosis while still showing all of the good in my life despite it! I find that if#t can be easy to wallow in the pain, but all that will do is waste my time

#endometriosis #womenshealth * Endometriosis Endo warrior Endometriosis awareness Women’s health Reproductive health Chronic illness Chronic pain Pelvic pain Period pain Menstrual health Hormone health Invisible illness Patient advocate Health education #wellnessjourney #selfcare by @things.madi.does

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2 months ago

went inactive after surgery…oops 🤭🤭 coming back soon xxx by @things.madi.does

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a month ago

On hard days I look to Marylin. Her story is so unique and inspiring to me. xxx by @things.madi.does

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2 months ago

My recent eats have been the best part of recovery so far.
Everything Salad:
- mesclun lettuce
- spinach
- quinoa
- carrots
- chickpeas
- cranberries
- pecans
- almonds
- parmesan
- italian dressing by @things.madi.does

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2 months ago

🩷 Today I had the privilege of attending the Heidi St. James event at the Kendra Scott store! Heidi St. James is a non profit organization that aims to raise the standard of care for pregnancy and baby loss. It was founded by Jamie Strahl, one of the most inspiring women I’ve met!

From now until July 31st, 20% of your Kendra Scott purchase will go toward the organization to help provide funding for cuddle cots (a specialized, temperature-controlled cooling system used in hospitals to allow families to hold, cuddle, and spend extended time with their baby after a stillbirth or neonatal death) to be gifted to hospitals in need.

To activate the 20% donation, please use the code “HEIDISTJAMES” at check out 🩷🩷 by @things.madi.does

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3 months ago

La Lou Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Ingredients: Grilled chicken breast, pineapple infused quinoa, spinach, cranberries, walnuts, grilled pineapple by @things.madi.does

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3 months ago

👯‍♀️🕺🏼🕺🏼 by @things.madi.does

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3 months ago

small summer dump! by @things.madi.does

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3 months ago

Summer calls for Blueberry + Lemon sourdough 🫐🍋 by @things.madi.does

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3 months ago

beach yay! by @things.madi.does

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3 months ago

i miss this view. i think it could cure me 😊😊 by @things.madi.does

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4 months ago