From Diagnosis to Advocacy: My Journey with Endometriosis
By Mylks
I was 14 when I got my first period—and with it came unbearable pain. Deep, stabbing cramps and bloating became my normal. But no one gave me answers. It wasn’t until I was 26 that I had laparoscopic surgery and heard the words:
“You don’t have cancer, but you have endometriosis. And there’s no cure.”
The pain worsened after surgery. I felt helpless. Over the years, I saw dozens of doctors—family physicians, specialists, and pain doctors—but I kept hitting dead ends. No one seemed to truly understand.
Then came the turning point: I was so weak I could barely breathe. At the hospital, doctors discovered my lung had collapsed. I was diagnosed with thoracic endometriosis—the disease had spread beyond my pelvis. I knew then that endometriosis could take my life.
That was the moment I decided to fight back. Through prayer and persistence, I found a specialist, Dr. Andrew Cook, and started my own healing journey. I dove into medical research, studied gut health, learned lifestyle medicine, and applied it all to myself.
Now, after nearly 30 years of pain, I’ve been pain-free for five years. I’m living fully, and I’ve made it my mission to help other women do the same.
You are not alone. You’re not making it up.
Your pain is real—and healing is possible.
This is my story.
Now I want to hear yours.
