I just wanted to leave a note saying that I have severe endometriosis. I’ve had 3 surgeries already at the age of 16, and having a look at your site and finding out more info has made me feel less alone. It’s a hard thing to talk about and I think it’s amazing the people who have submitted videos. I admire them and as I was watching them I felt like I was watching a video of myself. This is an amazing resource for people who suffer from endo, and for anyone else who wants to know more. It has really helped me. Thanks :) 

"I would never have found out what to do or what was wrong with me when I went to Christchurch and met them I couldn't believe what they told me it felt like they were describing my life when they told me the symptoms of endometriosis, without their help I would still be lost now"

Laura (age 20)

"As a father, your role is to be there for your children and with Laura's illness, days in hospital and A & E took its toll, not only in time but to be told...if we don't know what we are treating, at best we can control the pain but to see Laura in extreme pain, tears... ,  not being able to work and depressed, had me going to the Doctor to seek help for myself as well. Time lost in hours and days in my work, leaves me with few holidays, which affects my wellbeing as well. The financial cost is going to take some time to recoup. Endometriosis New Zealand assisted us in every way possible and we visited them before our appointment ... we are indebted to them for their help"

Laura's Father