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March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness of this chronic disease, which affects around 1 in 7 women (approximately 10%). Because endometriosis can take years to diagnose, this month focuses on increasing recognition of the condition, reducing delays in diagnosis, and promoting faster access to appropriate care. It also aims to ensure that people living with endometriosis feel seen, heard, and recognised.

In honour of Endometriosis Awareness Month, Dr Rangi De Silva is joined by Dr Samantha Mooney, a highly skilled gynaecologist & fertility doctor in Melbourne, with specialist training in minimally invasive surgical techniques. Sam is also an early career researcher and PhD candidate at the University of Melbourne with interests in endometriosis, persistent pelvic pain, and infertility.

This two-part episode will focus on Endometriosis and Pregnancy. This second part Rangi and Sam discuss

• The effects of pregnancy on endometriosis and vice versa
• Endometriosis symptoms in pregnancy
• Adenomyosis
• Limitations of current research
• What this means for my baby, my birth plan, and breastfeeding
• What happens to endometriosis once pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding conclude and periods return
• What happens later in life, after you have finished having your family
• Where to find more information

Endometriosis Resources

• Endometriosis Australia
• Pelvic Pain Foundation for Women
• Pelvic Pain Victoria
• Julia Argyrou Endometriosis Centre
• RANZCOG: Endometriosis
• Matilda Health
• World Endometriosis Society
• ESHRE

DISCLAIMER: This episode briefly mentions Pregnancy Loss, if you require support or resources, please visit:

• Centre of Perinatal Excellence | COPE
  • COPE provides families and health professionals with evidence-based perinatal mental health screening, resources, education and pathways to care.
• Miscarriage Australia - Navigating miscarriage together
  • Through our research and consultations with individuals, families and healthcare providers, we understand your need for evidence-based information, acknowledgement, and advice regarding miscarriage. We’ve designed this website to help you today, including the myths and facts about miscarriage, treatment options, how to care for yourself and where to seek help and support.
• The Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth
  • Access support services, online resources, and information for parents and families in Australia whose baby has died. These links include services offering counselling, practical support, and information to assist you to make to decisions during this difficult time.