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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Endo, depo, and ultrasound | 1/24/2012 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: Heather, I was diagnosed with endometriosis through a pelvic laparoscopy more than 2 years ago. I ... A: as I am currently traveling and was not able to log in and retrieve your message till now. Let me ... | ||
| Endometriosis | 1/19/2012 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: Good day I have had 3 laps for endometriosis, the last time the Dr told me that it was stage 4. I ... A: First, congrats on your daughter! That's wonderful. Next, I am sorry hear of your symptom ... | ||
| Endo/Hysterectomy Pain | 9/4/2011 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I am 25 years old and at the age of 20 I had to have a hysterectomy. It was suppose to be a partial ... A: To clarify: you had a hysterectomy 5 years ago, yet you continue to bleed vaginally on a cyclic ... | ||
| pain after complete hysterctomy | 5/4/2011 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I had a complete hysterectomy 9 weeks ago (ovaries,fallopian tubes,uterus,cervix). I also had alot ... A: **Follow up** Regarding the commentary posted that I did not address situation with stitches: ... | ||
| Endometriosis | 5/3/2011 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I have had increasing lower back pain for the past 5 years. When it began it was just an ache in my ... A: I am sorry to hear of what you've been enduring. Pain associated with menses on any level - ... | ||
| Possible endo? | 12/31/2010 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I am a 20 year old female. I am suspicious that I may have endometriosis. I've always had pretty ... A: Happy new year, and thank you for your patience as I am just returning online from the holidays. ... | ||
| Laparoscopic Surgery | 5/1/2010 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I am seventeen years old and have been having horrible problems with my period. I would be unable ... A: First, let me say how very sorry I am to learn of your experience. While most women and girls ... | ||
| lupron depot 3.75 | 3/9/2010 | Martha Russell |
| Q: i just recieved my period after being off the shot for almost 3 months!!!!! i was so excited. Now me ... A: Many women use birth control for many years before they decide they are ready to have a baby. When ... | ||
| Possible Sciatic Endometriosis...? | 3/2/2010 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I am 21 years old and for the last year I have found myself to be in excrutiating pain during my ... A: My sincerest apologies for not getting back to you sooner, as I was not notified of your pending ... | ||
| Endo and Gastro Issues | 1/20/2010 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I have been having alot of issues for years.. Heavy bleeding, pain during cycle/during intercourse, ... A: So sorry to hear about what you've been enduring. Stage 4, the most advanced form of the disease ... | ||
| Endo | 12/28/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I am having severe pain near my gall bladder and sides. Some pain in the pelvic area. Doctor seems ... A: I would definitely think it's endo and you definitely need a new Dr...there is no age limit for ... | ||
| Pain continues to worsen | 12/27/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I am 24, no children and although I have not been diagnosed with endometriosis, I was told to look ... A: Your pains do sound alot like endo. I would explain all of your symptoms to your doctor in detail. A ... | ||
| What do you think? | 12/23/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I'm 19 years old, I got my period when I was 13 and have always suffered from intense menstrual ... A: I am sorry that you have to experience this pain...I, too have been there. The first bit of advice, ... | ||
| Endometriosis | 12/17/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I am not even sure how to start this other then to tell you alittle bit about my story . I am now 29 ... A: Oh I feel for you! It is true, endo does not stop, even after a hysterectomy. Are you on hormones? ... | ||
| How to live with endometriosis | 12/10/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I've been diagnosed with an endometrial cyst 2 years ago, but didn't go for surgery. My cyst was ... A: I am glad you have a correct diagnosis. I don't know where you live but I would scout out ... | ||
| Endometriosis and Depo-Provera | 12/7/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I have been on the depo shot for the past 6 years or so. Was diagnosed with endo about 5 years ago. ... A: I totally understand your frustration! I am assuming you are under a doctors care. I would think a ... | ||
| Could it be Endometriosis? | 11/28/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: The problems first started when I was 22. They said I have cysts and put me on birth control to ... A: Judging from my past and your symptoms...I would definitely say...you have endo. You should have the ... | ||
| Hives and endrometriosis?? | 11/21/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I am 17 years old and have had some serious medical issues as of late. In September 2008 I suddenly ... A: Sorry to hear that you are having such a hard time. Ironically, I too, used to get hives several ... | ||
| Endometriosis | 11/20/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I have had a full hysterectomy a year ago. About six months after my surgery I began to experience ... A: Please take a look at the MAYO CLINIC article below. Also, regarding Lupron, I am also not a fan of ... | ||
| endo? | 11/19/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: i am an 18 year old female. Over time, my menstrual cramps have become a lot worse since i first ... A: Firstly...GET A BETTER DOCTOR!!! You are certainly not too young for endo...any woman that is ... | ||
| Endo | 11/17/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I'm Bryttni and I'm 18. I am having endo (laproscopic) surgery next monday. I'm getting VERY ... A: Hey Bryttni Well firstly...to ease your mind...it really isn't a surgery...it's a procedure meant to ... | ||
| Endometriosis & Pregnancy | 11/10/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I found out I was pregnant about 10 days ago and since then had terrible lower abdominal pain & ... A: First of all...I wouldn't unnecessarily worry myself...it is not good for you now! With endo, some ... | ||
| endo in leg? | 11/10/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: Ok - so I am beyond frustrated and tired of hearing the same cyclical treatments for endometriosis. ... A: I know exactly how you feel...I heard the same garbage for years myself...firstly,do you have an ... | ||
| endo | 11/7/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: i have endo and i am 16 weeks pregnant. i have been having severe pain and been to the er twice. ... A: Any endo woman does run the risk of miscarrying...however, keeping in close touch with your doctor ... | ||
| period pain which is giving me alot of pain | 11/6/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: What would your local gp answer and tests be? I am a 20 year old female. I have had my period since ... A: Hey Kirsty I found a wonderful website that includes the following and more...take a look at it. ... | ||
| period pain which is giving me alot of pain | 11/5/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: What would your local gp answer and tests be? I am a 20 year old female. I have had my period since ... A: Oh I see...a normal Pap/pelvic exam is a piece of cake. Have you never been to a gyno to have one? ... | ||
| period pain which is giving me alot of pain | 11/4/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: What would your local gp answer and tests be? I am a 20 year old female. I have had my period since ... A: You just described endo to a "t"...I had all of those symptoms and more. I actually vomited each and ... | ||
| possible endometriosis with pcos? | 10/30/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I have a question. Is it possible to have endometriosis and pcos together the only symptom I have ... A: Treatment of PCOS and Endometriosis: Medical treatment and management in PCOS is directed toward ... | ||
| endometriosis | 10/28/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: Russell: I am writing on my daughters' behalf, she does not have internet service as yet. My ... A: I so sorry to hear of your daughters ongoing battle with endo...I too, had a similar battle with ... | ||
| Endometriosis | 10/20/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I had a total hysterectomy in 1983 and I just turned 60 this month. I have been having pain in my ... A: Sorry to hear that your are experiencing pain again...unfortunately, it is entirely possible that ... | ||
| Pain after surgery | 10/12/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: In the last 5 years I have had 7 surgeries, a partial hysterectomy in 2006, then 2 more laps, the ... A: Firstly...you are not crazy...I went thru that feeling my whole life. If you haven't experienced ... | ||
| Teen & Endo | 10/10/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I'm 17 and I was diagnosed with endo at the beginning of the year after having lots of pain for a ... A: Sorry to hear that you have endo...and oh yes...those symptoms definitely go hand in hand with endo. ... | ||
| endo-bowl | 10/6/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: i have been diagnosed with endo in my bowl 14 yrs ago.i am constantly bleeding through my back ... A: You need to change doctors! You need to find one that is in tune with endo...your symptoms could be ... | ||
| Pain returned after radical hysterectomy | 10/4/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: in 1997 I had a radical hysterectomy at the age of 39 after 11 years of intense and undiagnosed ... A: Hey Terri That is a very good and valid point. Estrogen's role in endo is actually two ... | ||
| Pain returned after radical hysterectomy | 10/4/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: in 1997 I had a radical hysterectomy at the age of 39 after 11 years of intense and undiagnosed ... A: I am sorry to hear that you again have pain. The unfortunate part of having endo, despite ... | ||
| Endometriosis pain back a month after surgery?? | 9/2/2009 | Heather Guidone |
| Q: I was diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis six weeks ago after constant lower right abdominal pain. ... A: First, let me say how sorry I am that your pain has recurred, and so quickly at that. ... | ||
| Not sure what to do | 8/17/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I am 28 and I was diagnosed with endometriosis when I was 20. I have had 4 laparoscopies and 3 ... A: Wow I am very surprised that the BC pill hasn't helped you or your endo. I am very happy to hear ... | ||
| 7 weeks pp and in bad pain | 8/11/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: my mother have all had endo and had a hysterectomy. I have a 4 year old and 6 week old and after the ... A: I would think your pain, at this time, is something associated with your recent birth/c ... | ||
| symptoms after a partial hysterectomy | 8/7/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I had a partial hysterectomy 3 weeks ago. I am experiencing the following: going to the bathroom ... A: I sure hope you are feeling alittle better. Its probably too soon to tell about how you should feel ... | ||
| ovarian cysts | 7/31/2009 | Martha Russell |
| Q: I don't know if you can answer my question but I'm desperate for information. If you could share ... A: I am so sorry you are having such extensive trouble and pain. My first reaction to your issues...is ... | ||
Heather Guidone
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Program & Education Director - Center for Endometriosis Care | Senior Voting Member, Executive Board - Endometriosis Research Center | Former Director of Clinical Education - Endometriosis Foundation | Board Member, American Society for Reproductive Medicine's Women's Council | Extensively published female reproductive health writer/consultant.
Experience
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Program & Education Director for the Center for Endometriosis Care, a 25 year old specialty practice serving the global endometriosis population. Senior voting Director on the Executive Board of the Endometriosis Research Center, an international non-profit. Former Director of Scientific, Medical & Industry Education for the Endometriosis Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by celebrity Padma Lakshmi and her physician. More than 2 decades spent collaborating with and working for various industry clientele, including the world's leading biotech, medical device and clinical research corporations. Diverse works include successful planning and execution of core scientific programs for endometriosis surgery and biomedical research; health coaching and patient advocacy; extensive authorship of CME programming and content, monographs, case studies and much more; strategic planning and patient relationship optimization; implementation and administration of novel programs designed to improve delivery of patient-centric women’s healthcare; planning and oversight of educational outreach endeavors including those designed specifically for nurses, physicians, students, legislators and the general public; and more. Have authored countless endometriosis and woman’s health materials in the consumer and professional sectors, and been a featured guest and consultant for multiple segments on national radio health programs, within leading health magazines, within the legislative sector, and across many professional symposia. NOTE: This service is provided for information purposes ONLY. It is not, under any circumstances, to be misconstrued as medical advice or serve as a replacement for your personal physician/patient relationship. If you are experiencing a medical emergency or require medical advice, please contact your private healthcare provider immediately.
Organizations
Endometriosis Research Center; American Society for Reproductive Medicine; Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons; Association of American Gynecologic Laparoendoscopists; Association of Operating Room Nurses; Association of Reproductive Health Professionals; World Endometriosis Society; World Endometriosis Research Foundation.
Publications
Journal of Gynecologic & Obstetric Investigation; APGO; AAGL; proceedings of the 9th World Congress on Endometriosis; Journal of Informed Medicine; Insider Reports; Life Tools for Women; Bella Gynecology; OBGYN.net; America Online's Health Network; Galaxy of Health; Discovery Health TV; the Health Channel; Association of Professors of Gynecology & Obstetrics; Valeo Medical; Jespersen Associates; Women with Disabilities Task Force; Covidien Corporation; ValleyLab; Cytyc Corporation; PortaScience; MammoSite; MedPond; Dr. Jennifer Ritchie-Goodline; Endometriosis Research Center; Associated Content; Comcast Media; Thrive@Health; Health Frontier; New South Wales Endometriosis Association of Australia; National Women's Health Information Center; Menses United Kingdom; Equus Sanctuary; Season Magazine; RedBook Magazine; Cosmopolitan Magazine; Pregnancy Today; Nurses World; Coping with Endometriosis" by Glenda Motta, RN, MPH and Robert Phillips, Ph.D.; "Living well With Endometriosis" by Kerry-Ann Morris; "Endometriosis: 100 Questions & Answers" by David Redwine, MD; the "Letter from Survivors" (a poignant insight into the life of the Endo patient which has received international acclaim and been extensively reprinted in innumerable resources and presented on the steps of the Lincoln Monument in Washington, DC); "Real People, Real Stories: How the Internet is Touching Lives;" Times Herald Record; much more.
Education/Credentials
Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses-AORN Certified: Perioperative Standards & Recommended Practices, Certified, Operating Room Protocols. Certified, Exposure to Bloodbourne Pathogens Standards (OSHA). Rutgers University, School of Continuing Adult Ed-Certified: Women's Health Educator, Med-Surg/Operating Techniques, Certified, Anatomy & Physiology, Certified, Patient Exam Techniques. Columbia University, School of Professional Continuing Education-Certified: Journalism for Business, Certification/Professional Writing, Certification/Creative Writing & Marketing. Sacramento State, College of Continuing Education-Certified: Healthcare Management.
Awards and Honors
20th edition of "Who’s Who among American Women"
12-term judge by invitation for National Health Information Resource Centers "World Wide Web Health Awards" Program
Invited Presenter & Co-Chair, Second Annual Women in Government Health Summit, Washington, DC
Past/Present Clients
Proprietary and confidential.
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