By Nasuhi Engin AydinHands-on proposals for medical counseling and verbalizations to use for women with endometriosis
By Nasuhi Engin Aydin
An overview has been published recently in the Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics on patient–doctor communication and psychological counseling in endometriosis by two academicians, Drs. Wischmann and Ditzen, from Heidelberg University, Germany. There is no known cure for endometriosis and primary management…
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By Selma OransayEndometriosis and the sexual relations of the couples
By Selma Oransay
From the viewpoint of endometriotic women, the pain during the penetration is not the only complaint. They also have growing depression and anxiety leading to difficulties with their social and sexual relationship, work, and study. The emotional impact of sub-infertility,…
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By Deniz KocasSexual distress, metacognitive beliefs, and endometriosis
By Deniz Kocas
In this study, researchers from the University of Bergamo in Italy investigated the link between sexual distress and psychological and cognitive factors in women with endometriosis. Compared to the general female population, women with endometriosis have a nine-fold increased risk…
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By Kasthuri NairEndometriosis and Psychological Health: Butterflies from Deep Wounds
By Kasthuri Nair
Endometriosis is a grueling disease in every sense of the word; however, most of the discussions center on the physical manifestations of the disease. Facchin et al. veer from the beaten path and examine the impact endometriosis have on a…
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