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Ep1: Introducing a Dragon that Ate My Ovary

December 27, 2018 In16Years 00:53:46 Comments Off

Welcome! We’re Amy and Brittany. We’ll introduce our ridiculous health problems, and then share our thoughts on living with chronic pain and serious health conditions. This episode touches on...

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Ep2: From Dismissal to Diagnosis

January 10, 2019 In16Years 00:53:30 0 Comments

Updated 12/2022. Ever been dismissed by a doctor – or several – and start to doubt yourself? We talk about the obstacles we face trying to get diagnosed with...

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Ep3: 9 Tips for Better Medical Care

January 23, 2019 In16Years 00:40:18 0 Comments

Updated 12/2022. Want to make more empowered and educated decisions about your medical care? We talk about what Amy did wrong, and right, over the years when looking for...

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Ep4: What Does Endometriosis Pain Feel Like?

February 6, 2019 In16Years 00:47:25 Comments Off

Updated 12/2022. While endometriosis isn’t a period disease, excruciating period pain is common for many people with endo. We talk about the experience of endometriosis pain in relation to...

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Ep5: Changing Your Experience with Pain

February 20, 2019 In16Years 00:39:34 Comments Off

Updated 2/2023. Is there a way to suffer less during painful moments? We talk about some techniques Amy used to help her emotionally to get through hours of excruciating...

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Ep6: What’s it Like to Live with Endometriosis?

March 6, 2019 In16Years 01:03:13 Comments Off

Updated 12/2022. What does endometriosis have in common with a horror movie? Find out as we explore what symptoms like painful sex, painful bowel movements, and painful periods really...

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