{"product_id":"the-australian-guide-to-living-well-with-endometriosis-isbn-9781394295906","title":"The Australian Guide to Living Well with Endometriosis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour trusted guide for understanding and managing endometriosis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne in seven Australian women live with endometriosis. If you or your loved ones are among them, then you know just how hard it can be to get the answers you need. \u003ci\u003eThe Australian Guide to Living Well with Endometriosis\u003c\/i\u003e aims to help you recognise, manage and treat this life-altering condition. Drawing on the latest medical research as well as the real-world experiences of diverse Aussie women, it delivers science-backed information and expert advice. With this book, you’ll feel more empowered to navigate all the challenges that come with endometriosis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndometriosis can affect body image, sex life, fertility and family planning. The daily pain experienced by many women can even stop them from fully participating in the life they choose to lead. \u003ci\u003eThe Australian Guide to Living Well with Endometriosis\u003c\/i\u003e is a handbook for finding the strategies, the tools and the hope you need for navigating and managing your care. Inside, you’ll learn how to find your voice as a patient and advocate. From getting diagnosed to getting treatment, you’ll feel more confident in taking charge of your health and speaking up for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat’s more, you’ll discover you are not alone. You’ll read inclusive, deeply personal stories from real Australians — from well-known figures like Kayla Itsines and Emma Watkins to everyday women in education, business, politics and more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand your symptoms and the info you need to share with your doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to navigate the complex healthcare system and discover how different medical professionals can help you.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand treatment options like medications, surgeries and physio.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover how endo can affect your fertility and what’s involved in IVF.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet lifestyle tips and tools (including diet, nutrition and exercise) that can help in managing flare-ups.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead expert advice from GPs, gynaecologists, world-class researchers and other women’s health professionals.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Australian Guide to Living Well with Endometriosis\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read resource for managing your physical health and overall wellbeing — so you can truly live the life you choose when it comes to home, school, family, sports, work and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword xvii\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the author xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xxi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart I | Tune in: Understanding endo 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 What is endometriosis? 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAre heavy, painful periods normal? 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymptoms to look out for 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenetics and gastrointestinal issues 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat about adenomyosis? 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoes endometriosis have different stages or levels? 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndo myths and facts 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat causes endometriosis? 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat might be going on in the body? 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Understanding the pain and fatigue 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding pelvic pain 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnwelcome friends 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAm I more likely to have other chronic conditions as well as endo? 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II | Track, Tell, Test: Getting a diagnosis 27\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 How do I find a name for my pain? 29\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndo is more common than you think 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe journey to get tested and diagnosed 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrack your symptom impact 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeavy menstrual bleeding 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 What kind of doctor do you need? 39\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat symptoms do GPs look for in endometriosis? 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating your care team and plan 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessor Danielle Mazza AM on how a GP diagnoses endo 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA referral to the gynaecologist 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr Tarana Lucky on what to expect at the gyno 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 What to expect from examinations and tests 51\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRachel Andrew on preparing for a physical exam 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePelvic examination 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedical imaging 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUltrasound 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImagendo 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssociate Professor Magdalena Simonis AM on symptoms and testing 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr Tarana Lucky on tests at the gyno 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III | Treat: Considering your options 63\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 What are my treatment options? 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOver-the-counter medications 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnalgesics 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNon-steroidal anti-inflammatories 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePalmitoylethanolamide (PEA) 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrescription medications 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy are they prescribing the pill? 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHormone treatment options 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraditional and alternative options 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Considering surgery 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaparoscopic surgery 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHysterectomy 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Fertility and infertility 89\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow does endo impact fertility? 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat to expect from a fertility specialist 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFertility treatment options 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting the IVF process 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessor Luk Rombauts on how endo impacts fertility 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr Samantha Mooney on treatment options 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with the tough stuff 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Multidisciplinary care 107\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiopsychosocial approaches 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStephanie O’Kane on supporting patients’ varied needs 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAllied health 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAkaiti James on her approach to holistic care 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRachel Andrew with the lowdown on physio below the belt 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcupuncture for endo 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOsteopathy for endometriosis 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr Lisa Gadd on different endo therapies 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenefits of massage for endometriosis 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePsychological support 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysical activity and exercise 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMind-body practices 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePacing activities 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStress management 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleep hygiene 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmotional support 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrative health 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBody image 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Relationships 139\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDads as endo supporters 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndometriosis and its impact on intimate relationships 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEducational resources 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCouples counselling 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndometriosis and its impact on family planning 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSex and intimacy 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntimacy beyond sexuality 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDaily life and responsibilities 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocial isolation 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupport networks 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV | Try it out: Holistic lifestyle and self-care 149\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Lifestyle and self-care 151\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e‘Nothing about us without us’ 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Diet and nutrition 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAre you what you eat? 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe daily dozen 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdapting your diet to what works for you 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLow-FODMAP diet 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnti-inflammatory diet 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOmega-3 fatty acids 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo soy or not to soy? 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGut microbiota and endometriosis 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAntioxidants and gut health 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenefits of fermented foods 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr Eliza Colgrave on balancing diet and exercise 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeal. Nourish. Support. Balance. 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Exercise for endo 173\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRolling with life’s curveballs: Lisa’s story 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr Lisa Gadd’s endometriosis stretches to attain ‘living health’ 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting with abdominal exercises 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Rest and recuperation 187\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eListening to what your body needs: Ellie’s story 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFatigue and Spoon Theory 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCold therapy 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat therapy 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V | Take it on: Know your rights 199\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 School and work 201\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndo girls 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeachers need to step up 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLongSTEPPP 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSchool education 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndo gendernomics 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout Bloody Time 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndometriosis and the workplace 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Medical misogyny 231\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow the medical world excludes and ignores women+ 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Gender Bias survey 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGP gender pay gap 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBias in research funding 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17 Intersectionality and inclusion in care 239\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr Maryam Moradi on increasing awareness of endometriosis 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLgbtqia+ 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI | Take action: Global efforts 257\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 What’s the future of endo research and policy? 259\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNational Endometriosis Clinical Scientific Trials Registry 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessor Jason Abbott on the need for multi-disciplinary support for people with endometriosis 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParliamentary Friends of Endometriosis Awareness 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNational Action Plan on Endometriosis 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndometriosis and pelvic pain clinics 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlobal endo efforts 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe gift of philanthropy 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResources 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaree Davenport \u003c\/b\u003eserves on the World Congress on Endometriosis organising committee, chairing Community Liaison. Previously on the Australian Government Endometriosis Expert Advisory Group, she served as CEO, Chair and on the board of an endometriosis charity. Her daughter and niece are endo warriors. Maree is a former Member of Parliament, with a Master of Leadership in Gender Equality.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘I wish I had access to information about living well with endo sooner. There was nothing like this available to me when I was diagnosed at a young age. This book will be amazing for those on their endo journey.’\u003c\/b\u003e — Kayla Itsines, personal trainer, author and co-founder of Sweat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘The impact of endometriosis on the lives and wellbeing of women is profound. Despite this, many aspects of the disease are poorly understood, and high-quality treatments are lacking. Maree Davenport shines a light on this complex disease with informed input from a wide range of stakeholders. Essential reading for anyone wanting to understand more about living with endometriosis.’\u003c\/b\u003e — Peter A W Rogers, Professor of Women’s Health Research, University of Melbourne; Director of Research, Royal Women's Hospital; Founding Director, Jean Hailes for Women’s Health\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘This book will be life-changing for women of all ages. It will help end the silent suffering that’s been the “women’s lot” for generations.’\u003c\/b\u003e — Associate Professor Magdalena Simonis AM, women’s health expert; Department of General Practice and Primary Care, University of Melbourne.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘A much-needed, evidence-based, accessible book for those living with endometriosis and challenged by fertility.’\u003c\/b\u003e — Professor Luk Rombauts, Medical Director, Monash IVF; Past President, World Endometriosis Society; Past President, Fertility Society of Australia and New Zealand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘I wish this book had existed when I was younger, lost in the maze of pain and uncertainty, searching for answers. It might have been the guide I needed while navigating the long road to diagnosis and understanding my own body. May this book provide some guidance and support on your endo journey.’\u003c\/b\u003e —Ellie Angel Mobbs, award-winning broadcaster and podcaster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A useful, usable companion for all those with endometriosis or caring for someone with endometriosis.' \u003c\/b\u003e— Professor Jason Abbott, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, UNSW Sydney Australia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e‘The only way we can effect improved endometriosis care is by brave people sharing their stories. 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