In this episode, we are joined by Dr Mira Mousa, Dr Nilüfer Rahmioğlu and Ulrik Bak Kirk. With Mira, we explore studying endometriosis and reproductive health amongst Arab women in the Middle East. With Nilüfer we discuss the genetic risk factors for endometriosis, and learn more about the COHERE project; one which aims to understand endometriosis amongst women in Northern Cyprus. Finally, Ulrik tells us about the FEMaLe project; one that aims to use machine learning to better understand,...

How do we treat endometriosis associated symptoms and what treatment options are available and offered? In this episode we speak to Dr Vimee Bindra and Dr Emma Evans about surgical and psychological management of endometriosis symptoms. We also hear from Margarida Sardo about her experience with endometriosis symptoms management and what options worked for her along her endometriosis journey.

What barriers can one encounter when seeking endometriosis care? How can parts of one’s identity contribute to further difficulties accessing such care? What language should we use when speaking about endometriosis to ensure inclusivity? With Nikita Aaashi Chada, Cara E. Jones and Beth McCowen we discuss how various aspects of our identity (i.e. race, gender, sexuality, age) may further contribute to the delay in receiving a diagnosis, and the quality of care one receives.

How do we diagnose endometriosis? Why does it take so long (on average 7.5 years in the UK)? What options are available currently, and what does the future hold for non-invasive methods of diagnosis? In this episode, we speak to Dr Arne Vanhie and Dr Mathew Leonardi, who share with us their experience of diagnosing and managing endometriosis. We also hear more about how Margarida Sardo's journey with endometriosis has developed since she was first diagnosed.

What causes pain in endometriosis? What research is being done to better understand endometriosis-associated pain? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, listen now to our brand-new episode of Unheard of. From the perspective of someone with endometriosis, we hear first hand the impact that this pain can have on individuals throughout their life. We then further explore endometriosis-associated pain with Lydia Coxon and Natasha Orr.

What causes endometriosis? What does endometriosis look like when being diagnosed? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, listen now to our brand-new episode of Unheard of. From the perspective of someone living with endometriosis, we hear first-hand the importance of understanding what causes endometriosis. We then delve deeper into some of the main theories of what we currently think causes endometriosis with Dr Martin Hirsch and Dr Nicola Tempest.

What causes endometriosis? Why can endometriosis be so painful? Will there ever be a cure? This short podcast series seeks answers to some of the biggest questions posed by the endometriosis community. Danielle and Magda, PhD researchers at the University of Oxford, produce this podcast to raise endometriosis awareness and make the research done in the field accessible to everyone.