Call with physiotherapist - September 24, 2021

I had a talk with my physiotherapist over the phone today and as much as they and I wanted to get me into the pool for water activity, COVID is out of control here and I dare not risk it. They will re-send me some things on YouTube I can do around my house while we wait for the crisis to ease. I was also encouraged to continue walking and also do walking around the mall when the weather changes. I am also partaking in a safe away from home activity for my mental health this weekend and they seemed pleased about that. 

Update - September 21, 2021

I went to the clinic for another shot. The needles are as big as a hairbrush and it's stressful to have to take four medications for endometriosis at nearly 34 years old, but they keep me stable and able to function. They make me put on a little weight, but I am able to counter the weight gain with controlling what I eat, drinking water, and going for walks. I could have started swimming and maybe gym work this year if COVID hadn't gone into a fourth wave, but people are being irresponsible with protesting, refusing vaccinations, and refusing to follow health restrictions. I am doing my best to be responsible, stay safe, and keep as sane as I can even though others aren't being safe or responsible. Anyway I got into the appointment reasonably quickly and in the appointment, I mentioned some bleeding and expressed concern that maybe the meds I was on wasn't enough and said maybe they should do something more. Topping, however, said that the bleeding is normal and there's nothing they can do surgically anyway because they aren't even doing surgeries cause of covid...and we just should keep going as we are now.

Thoughts on Amy Schumer revealing she has endometriosis and what she did about it - September 19, 2021

 

I read this on social media today and it reminded me that I am not alone in this battle that I've been dealing with for a long time. Others are also entrenched in this ugly battle that endometriosis is. When I saw her reveal this via the media, I actually went to her Twitter and said, "Thank you for being open about your endometriosis. I have it too and I am currently on four medications for it, all of which stabilize me. I've also written a blog about my journey. It's nice to hear others talk about their journeys because then I don't feel alone."

I actually talked to my mother about this today and she said, "well, that is what you might have to end up doing and it might take the pain away or it might not." 

I'll add more later...