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Houston, TX

How do you keep your mental health okay while knowing this disease is incurable? I’m struggling so badly since I got my biopsy back yesterday and still coming to terms with everything. I feel like I’ll never be able to have a normal life again and I’m scared my boyfriend is going to give up on me. I genuinely feel like a shell of the person I used to be. I’m fighting so hard to stay strong, but it’s breaking me. I don’t want to be stuck in my house barely able to move somedays. I miss enjoying… read more

August 26
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A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I would encourage you to find a therapist. It has helped me greatly in navigating simple life changes, as well as, life altering diagnosis. Also finding support groups such as this one helps. A diagnosis is a hard pill to swallow but necessary first step to begin treatment and management. Be honest and transparent about your feelings with the doctor and do not hesitate to ask for resources that may be available at the clinic or hospital you visit. I am wishing you all the best as you continue to process this diagnosis.

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