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March 1 marks the beginning of National Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating and raising awareness about this often misunderstood condition. Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide, causing chronic pain and other symptoms that can significantly impact their daily lives. Despite its prevalence, endometriosis is still not widely understood or discussed, making this month all the more important in spreading knowledge and support. So let's come together to shed light on this issue and show our solidarity with those who are affected by it!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1860</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Endometriosis Discovery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dr. Carl Freiherr von Rokitansky conducts the first known description of endometriosis, a painful disorder wherein tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside it.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1921</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Term 'Endometriosis' Coined</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dr. John A Sampson, a New York gynecologist, coins the term "endometriosis" and brings more attention to the disorder.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Laparoscopy Advances Diagnosis</div><div class='timeline-text'>Advancements in laparoscopy provide doctors a more accurate way to diagnose endometriosis, though many women continue to face misdiagnoses and delays in treatment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Endometriosis Association Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Endometriosis Association becomes the first non-profit organization focused on endometriosis, aimed at promoting research, education, and advocacy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global March for Endometriosis</div><div class='timeline-text'>The worldwide EndoMarch takes place, shedding international light on the struggle of those with endometriosis while advocating for improved patient care and increased research funding.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Endometriosis Awareness Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>Every March, Endometriosis Awareness Month takes place globally, with educational and fundraising events to bring attention to a disorder affecting around 1 in 10 women.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fundraiser</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a fundraising event to raise awareness and funds for endometriosis research and support. You can have a bake sale, charity walk, or even a virtual event to reach a larger audience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media to share your own personal experience with endometriosis and how it has impacted your life. This can help raise awareness and provide support to others who may be going through the same thing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to learn more about endometriosis and share your knowledge with others. You can host a seminar or workshop, or simply start conversations with friends and family about the condition.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a support group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Connect with others who have endometriosis and create a support group where you can share experiences, provide advice, and offer emotional support to one another.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear yellow</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Yellow is the official color for Endometriosis Awareness Month. Show your support by wearing yellow and encouraging others to do the same. You can also purchase yellow ribbons or merchandise to further spread awareness.</p></div></div>
<div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness for a common but often misunderstood condition</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Many people are still unfamiliar with endometriosis, which can lead to misdiagnosis and inadequate treatment. National Endometriosis Awareness Month helps educate the public about this condition and its symptoms, which can greatly improve the lives of those affected by it.</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It offers support and resources for those dealing with endometriosis</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Endometriosis can be difficult physically, emotionally, and financially. National Endometriosis Awareness Month provides a platform for support groups and resources to reach out to those who may be struggling with symptoms or seeking more information.</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes research and funding for treatments and a cure</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By bringing attention to endometriosis during National Endometriosis Awareness Month, efforts for better treatments and possibly even a cure are bolstered. This ultimately benefits those currently dealing with the condition as well as future generations.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Endometriosis Can Go Undiagnosed for Years</h3><p class='facts-content'>Due to symptoms often being dismissed as "severe menstrual cramps," many women can live with endometriosis for up to 10 years before receiving a correct diagnosis.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Endometriosis Is One of the Leading Causes of Infertility</h3><p class='facts-content'>Endometriosis may cause fertility issues in up to 50% of affected individuals, making it one of the top causes of infertility among women.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Endometriosis May Have Genetic Links</h3><p class='facts-content'>Research suggests that women with a close female relative with endometriosis are up to seven times more likely to have the condition, pointing towards a strong genetic component.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Menstruation Is Not the Sole Symptom of Endometriosis</h3><p class='facts-content'>Although the most recognized symptom is painful periods, other symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain, painful intercourse, and bowel and urinary disorders can also signify endometriosis.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Endometriosis Has Significant Socioeconomic Impact</h3><p class='facts-content'>Beyond the personal health implications, endometriosis is also estimated to cost the US economy $78 billion annually due to factors such as healthcare expenses and loss of productivity.</p></div></div>
National Endometriosis Awareness Month is celebrated on March 1 every year. In 2024, National Endometriosis Awareness Month will occur on a Friday.
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