Endometriosis Explained: Symptoms, Diagnosis Delays, Excision Surgery & the Gut Connection

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and in this episode of I've Got Guts, Stef and Lauren break down what endometriosis actually is…and why it’s still so misunderstood.Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 people worldwide, yet the average diagnosis takes 7–10 years. We talk about why diagnosis takes so long, common misconceptions doctors still have, and how symptoms can go far beyond painful periods.In this episode we cover: • Endometriosis symptoms many people don’t expect • The gut health connection (IBS, bloating, constipation, diarrhea) • Why imaging often doesn’t detect endometriosis • Excision vs ablation surgery and why the difference matters • Insurance barriers and access to proper care • Stef’s personal diagnosis and fertility journeyThe more we talk about endometriosis, the more people can recognize symptoms, seek answers sooner, and advocate for proper care.Endometriosis Foundation of America - https://www.endofound.orgEndometriosis Association - https://endometriosisassn.orgSponsor: Cozy Earth has our hearts. Their bamboo sheets, towels, and loungewear are ultra-soft luxury comfort. Get 21 percent off with code IGG at CozyEarth.com, plus free shipping over 50 dollars, a 100-night sleep trial, and a 10-year warranty.If you want even more behind-the-scenes moments, early announcements, or fun extras, join our email list here:https://balanced-brook-47113.myflodesk.com/ivegotgutspodcastFollow us on social media to stay up to date:https://www.facebook.com/ivegotgutspodcast https://www.instagram.com/ivegotgutspodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@IveGotGutsPodcastListen to the podcast worldwide:iHeart Radio https://iheart.com/podcast/238278766/Apple Podcasts https://tr.ee/SO0cSiSBvPSpotify https://open.spotify.com/show/31w8bdwasutxCGCMhhYYh5Amazon Music https://music.amazon.it/podcasts/cd898f42-ddbf-4411-ad15-3a5c1a44d4f5/ive-got-gutsRSS https://rss.com/podcasts/ivegotgutsDeezer https://deezer.com/show/1001406291Pandora https://www.pandora.com/podcast/ive-got-guts/PC:1001094893