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Got two minutes? Help get endometriosis heard in Parliament
Got two minutes? Help get endometriosis heard in Parliament. Help us build support for an All-Party Caucus for Endometriosis. We’re asking Bloc Québécois MPs to work with Endometriosis Canada, specialist surgeons, and patient groups—with patients’ experiences helping guide the conversation. TAKE ACTION IN THREE SIMPLE STEPS 1. Choose an MP below. 2. Copy the email and add your name. 3. Send it from your own email account. WHO TO CONTACT Yves-François Blanchet — Beloeil—Chambl
Oct 21 min read


Start Here: Find the Endometriosis Resources You Need
New here? Explore common questions, practical appointment tools, community support and articles organized by topic.
Oct 11 min read


Is My Period Pain Normal?
Period cramps are common, but pain that disrupts your life deserves care. Learn when to book an appointment and what to ask.
Oct 11 min read


Can You Have Endometriosis With a Normal Ultrasound?
A normal ultrasound does not rule out endometriosis. Learn what scans can miss and what to ask your healthcare provider.
Oct 12 min read


What Are the First Signs of Endometriosis?
Learn about possible early signs of endometriosis, including painful periods and pelvic pain, and when to seek medical advice.
Oct 11 min read


Endometriosis in Teens: Signs Parents and Teachers May Miss
Severe period pain that disrupts school, sleep or daily life deserves attention. Learn the signs of endometriosis in teens—and how parents and schools can offer support.
Sep 272 min read


What Does Endometriosis Feel Like? 25 Signs to Know About
What does endometriosis feel like? It can be much more than painful periods. From pelvic pain and fatigue to bloating, bowel issues and back pain, endometriosis affects everyone differently.
Jul 274 min read


Patti's Story...
My period started when I was 11. By the age of 14 I was put on the birth control pill. My high school years, besides going to classes, I spent a lot of time in the nurse’s office, writhing in pain.
Jun 304 min read


The Endometriosis Hangover
It's not an official medical term, but if you've experienced it, you know exactly what it means.
Jun 211 min read


Diaphragmatic Endometriosis: When Endometriosis Affects the Upper Body
Diaphragmatic endometriosis is a lesser-known form of extra-pelvic endometriosis that can cause pain in the ribs, upper abdomen, chest, shoulder, or upper back — often around a person’s period or…
Jun 154 min read


Chronic Illness Changes Us — But It Does Not Take Everything
Living with endometriosis and chronic illness can change who we are, but it does not take away our worth, strength, community, or ability to find moments of joy.
May 313 min read


Why Endometriosis Symptoms Can Return After a Hysterectomy
Many patients are told that a hysterectomy will cure their endometriosis. Unfortunately, this is a common misconception. While a hysterectomy can help some symptoms—especially heavy bleeding or adenomyosis—it does not eliminate endometriosis , because endometriosis exists outside the uterus . For some people, symptoms may return months or even years after surgery. If you previously had endometriosis removed and underwent a hysterectomy but still experience cyclical flare-ups
Mar 172 min read

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