Story Forum is Endometriosis New Zealand’s (ENZ) newest support resource to connect you with others going through similar experiences. Being committed, connected and caring for the endometriosis community is one of ENZ’s core values and is ingrained in everything we do.
In Story Forum you will find personal stories from people with endometriosis and their friends and families. Here you can talk openly about endometriosis and pelvic pain and the impact it can have on your lives and those close to you.
Please be respectful of, and sensitive to, the stories on Story Forum. Every personal experience of endometriosis and pelvic pain is different. Stories shared here are to help each other and our community.
Trying to determine how long I have had symptoms of endometriosis evokes platitudes like ‘how … Continued
I had painful periods as a teenager but then I spent the majority of my … Continued
My name is Alexandra and I am a sea kayak guide and activity instructor. Endometriosis … Continued
I’ve had endometriosis for as long as I can remember. Even though I didn’t know … Continued
My endo story Nae. My endo story starts at 10 years old when I got … Continued
My story is probably a lot like others…. i’ve suffered for 7 years from Endometriosis. … Continued
I have a complicated relationship with the concept of ‘healing’. When you have a chronic … Continued
When I was 15 it was the start of my appointments with a gynecologist. I … Continued
Hi I’m Ali, I’m 30 years old and have had painful periods since primary school. … Continued