As some of you may know, I suffer with Stage 4 Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis, and those closest to me know how deeply this condition impacts my daily life. I live in constant daily pain, with a whole host of other symptoms. Sadly, endometriosis is an under-funded and under-researched condition, and in my case the NHS is unable to help me due to extremely long waiting times and lack of expertise. Therefore, in order to receive any care, I have to travel to Croatia. This September I will be having my third surgery for endometriosis in Croatia. I am hoping to raise funds to cover the surgery costs of £6,000 and any donations received over this amount will be passed to The Endometriosis Foundation who are one of the main charities for endometriosis. I cannot even begin to express my gratitude towards any money donated. Thank you to those in advance who consider donating, it means more to me and my family than you could ever know. Below is some information regarding this condition.

Endometriosis is a common long-term health condition affecting more than 1 in 10 women and girls, and those assigned female at birth, usually of reproductive age (from puberty to the menopause). You may be more likely to develop the condition if a close relative, such as a mother or sister has it. It is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people worldwide.

​It can cause extreme pain, organ dysfunction, infertility, and numerous other physical and emotional challenges. Yet, despite its significant impact, the condition remains vastly under-recognised, under-diagnosed, and under-funded.

A diagnosis in the UK currently averages nine years. Treatment options remain limited, with no definitive cure in sight.

Endometriosis happens when cells, similar to those that make up the lining of the uterus (endometrium) are found growing and functioning in areas of the body they shouldn’t be. These rogue cells are usually found affecting the lining of the pelvis, the ovaries, fallopian tubes; the urinary bladder and the bowel, but it can, in less common cases, appear in distant areas such as the diaphragm (breathing muscle), chest cavity (thorax), and in the wall of the tummy after surgery (caesarean scar). This wide-reaching condition has been documented in nearly every organ in the body, meaning you can come across Endometriosis in any field of medicine.

Our goal is to help the many women like me who are suffering from Endometriosis, by raising both awareness and funding. Every donation will help to improve the quality of life for those suffering, we are reaching out to the world for your support so that Endometriosis gets the research and recognition it needs.