On today's episode, Ffion and Gwen are joined by Mr Tony Griffiths, a highly experienced Consultant Gynaecologist, and Anna Cooper, Co-Founder of the Menstrual Health Project, for an in-depth discussion about endometriosis and female health. This topic holds significant importance to Ffion, as she was recently diagnosed with endometriosis and had to undergo a complex surgical procedure to address it. Drawing from his extensive expertise spanning nearly three decades, Mr Tony Griffiths generously shares his valuable insights on working closely with patients, the various challenges encountered in accurately diagnosing endometriosis, and the pressing need for widespread education and awareness on this issue. Furthermore, Anna bravely opens up about her own personal struggles with Stage 4 Endometriosis, having received the diagnosis shortly before turning 18 years old. She has displayed remarkable resilience by enduring a staggering 16 surgeries, including a life-altering hysterectomy at a relatively young age of 28. Anna's vivid accounts of her experiences provide a deeply insightful perspective on the realities faced by individuals battling this condition. Anna’s experiences, along with her Co-Founder Gabs inspired the Menstrual Health Project to be set up to bridge the gap in awareness and education, creating the first every endometriosis diagnostic tool kit. You can stay up to date with all our social media channels here: Instagram: @sayithowitisspodcast - https://instagram.com/sayithowitisspodcast?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== @ffionalicelewis @gwencrabb @battlewithendo_ox - https://instagram.com/battlewithendo_ox?igshid=MXJ4bGpleXZrbGd1bw== @menstrualhealthproject - https://instagram.com/menstrualhealthproject?igshid=MXQ3aWs2NnY5cGdhdA== Tik tok: sayithowitiss - https://www.tiktok.com/@sayithowitisss?_t=8gcJlLFHuPg&_r=1 ffionalicelewis - https://www.tiktok.com/@ffionalicelewis?_t=8gcJsxoYsAi&_r=1 gwencrabb - https://www.tiktok.com/@gwencrabb?_t=8gcJtcqSJCC&_r=1 menstrualhealthproject - https://www.tiktok.com/@menstrualhealthproject?_t=8hDIeEMdM9o&_r=1 The Menstrual Health Project - https://www.menstrualhealthproject.org.uk/ Endometriosis Diagnostic Toolkit - https://www.menstrualhealthproject.org.uk/_files/ugd/571191_e6751c0dfe7743dc9f3871221257e50f.pdf Click the follow button to stay up to date on the latest episodes. And remember… to keep saying it how it is! Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.