I am running the Asics 10K to raise vital funds for Endometriosis UK!

My story: I suffer from severe endometriosis that has been found during my last operation on my ovaries, uterus, bladder, bowel, pouch of Douglas and urethra tube. I have had 4 surgeries so far and discussing operation number 5 with my consultant. I am in pain pretty much every day and some days the pain is too bad to even do daily tasks. I cover up my pain towards friends and family most days just so I can have some sort of “normal life”. So, I have registered to run a 10km in July to raise money for endometriosis. As someone who has only just started running I know this won’t be easy! Any donations would be greatly appreciated! Wish me luck ✌🏻🙃

Endometriosis is the name given to the condition where cells similar to the ones in the lining of the womb (uterus) are found elsewhere in the body. It is a chronic and often debilitating condition that can cause painful periods, painful sex and pelvic pain outside of periods. It may also lead to infertility, fatigue and bowel and bladder problems.

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth, that's as many as diabetes yet very few people have even heard of it.

The impact can be felt for life and there is no cure.

It takes an average of 8 years to get a diagnosis of endometriosis in the UK, that's too long!

Your donations will mean that Endometriosis UK can continue to support those affected by Endometriosis through national support groups, information provision and their helpline as well as continue to campaign for change, fairer treatment and eventually a cure.