Meet the incredible women behind Team QENDO, the volunteers working hard to support women with endometriosis, adenomyosis and PCOS. Just like you, they’ve gone through their own journey with one or more of these chronic illnesses, and share their stories to help you realise that you are not alone. This week new volunteer Leanne Webber shares her journey to a positive mindset in spite of her endometriosis diagnosis.

QENDO volunteer Kristy Elks shares her journey to diagnosis with endometriosis and how all she has been through inspires her mission to support, uplift and empower others in her shoes.

So you’re about to have surgery. Whether it’s your first time, or your a veteran, you’re bound to have questions. Never fear, we’ve assembled a panel of specialist gynaecologists and perioperative nurses to answer your surgery questions, from the mundane, to the strange.

Feeling constantly tired is a common symptom of endometriosis. This isn’t your normal kind of tired that happens after a busy day; this sort of tired never seems to get better, even after rest. QENDO Wellness Coordinator Meredith shares her top tips for fighting fatigue related to chronic illness.

A pain specialist can be a valuable member of your management team for endometriosis and adenomyosis, but what’s it actually like to go? Many of us can relate to the apprehensiveness of meeting a new doctor and telling your story again. QENDO member Rachael is here to share her experience with attending a pain specialist to help manage her endometriosis symptoms and shed some light on what you might expect.

Maddie, you are the one in 10 that has endometriosis. You need that same surgery, and I wish I could have told you that earlier…

Yesterday Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and Health Minister Steven Miles announced a $426,800 investment to QENDO to develop an app that is custom designed for those with endometriosis, adenomyosis and PCOS. Read on to find out more about the announcement, and how this app could be a part of your chronic illness toolbox!

Lauren shares an update about her journey with a spinal stimulator

Dietitian, Leah Stjernqvist shares five ways you can improve your gut health, to assist in the management of endometriosis.

Read all about Grants Coordinator, Anita’s Endometriosis Story

Hear from Acupuncturist Jacinta Eales about how acupuncture can assist in the treatment of endometriosis

Read all about Chantelle and Ash’s stories, as we celebrate Women’s Health Week 2019.

This week we’re uncovering the magic of the menstrual cycle with Dr Peta Wright, ahead of her upcoming event with Lucy Peaches!

RN Dannielle, shares an open letter to her nursing colleagues.

Dr Donald Angstetra shares about the surgical treatment of endometriosis