Ep 6: The fundamentals of Endometriosis - drivers, diagnosis, testing & treatment

Written By Jacinta Barbagallo

If you've ever felt like your period pain has copped with some serious gaslighting or maybe you're going down the route of endometriosis diagnosis and treatment, this podcast is for you.

From a naturopathic perspective, we understand there is a significant correlation between an individual’s experience with endometriosis and their immune system function, gut health, nervous system response, detoxification capacity, hormonal status and so much more. In this episode, Jacinta speaks with an expert in the realm of Endometriosis, Naturopath & Fertility Educator Freya Lawler about the ins and outs of endometriosis.

If you've had confusion about surgical procedures, causes of endometriosis, testing to complete, dietary interventions that are essential and you need some answers, Freya is here to provide you with the facts from the research and her clinical expertise.

With

Freya Lawler

In this episode, Jacinta & Freya delve into:

  • What is Endometriosis?

  • Different stages of endometriosis

  • Advanced Excision Surgeon & Treatment Options

  • Ablation vs. Excision

  • Signs of endometriosis

  • Conception & endometriosis

  • The naturopathic perspective of endometriosis

  • Vaginal & endometrial microbiome connection

  • Gut-hormone & endometriosis connection

  • Testing involved in identifying potential drivers of endometriosis

  • Dietary advice & endometriosis

  • Treatments for acute pain

  • Lifestyle suggestions

  • Three recommendations for individuals with endometriosis

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