Though there is no cure for endometriosis, living a symptom-free life is possible.

Endometriosis affects about 190 million people of reproductive age worldwide.Because this condition can look different from one person to the next, treatment options and self-care strategies can be tricky to navigate.

That’s why we’ve created our Endometriosis Self-Care Center, where you can find advice about managing symptoms, selecting treatment, rethinking your diet, and controlling stress. We’ve also included stories from real women who share their unique perspectives and best advice.

Overall, my top advice for navigating endometriosis care is to:

We hope this information inspires you to find the care that works for you.

—Cordelia Nwankwo, MD, FACOG, Verywell Health Medical Expert Board

Endometriosis Leg Pain: Before, During, and After PeriodsEndometriosis Hip Pain: Nerve Symptoms and ReliefEndometriosis and Ovulation PainEndometriosis Back Pain: Causes and Treatments

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Endometriosis Leg Pain: Before, During, and After Periods

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Endometriosis Hip Pain: Nerve Symptoms and Relief

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Endometriosis and Ovulation Pain

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Endometriosis Back Pain: Causes and Treatments

Nourishing Your Body

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11 Supplements for Endometriosis

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Can an Endometriosis Diet Help You Conceive?

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What Are the Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods?

Managing Frustrating Symptoms

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Endometriosis and Weight Gain

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The Link Between Endometriosis and Bloating

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Can You Get Pregnant With Endometriosis?

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Endometriosis Bleeding: Patterns, After Sex, and Relief

Understanding Treatment Options

Types of Endometriosis MedicationsPelvic Floor Therapy: What to ExpectOperations for EndometriosisWhat Is Endometriosis Supportive Therapy?

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Types of Endometriosis Medications

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Pelvic Floor Therapy: What to Expect

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Operations for Endometriosis

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What Is Endometriosis Supportive Therapy?

Learning From Others

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The Endometriosis Advice I Give to My Daughters

Meghan Maloof Berdellans

How Laparoscopic Surgery Treated My Endometriosis Pain

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It Took a Ruptured Cyst for Me to Get the Endometriosis Care I Needed

Olivia Walters

My Endometriosis Surgery Cost $60,000: How I Paid for This Crucial Treatment

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