Ep 12: Endometriosis and fertility; expert insights with Professor Louise Hull

TW: Fertility is discussed here, and we know this can be a painful subject for those with endo and pelvic pain. If this raises concerns for you, give yourself permission to skip this episode.In this episode, we talk with Professor Louise Hull, a reproductive medicine specialist and world-leading researcher in endometriosis. Louise shares her story, from IVF training at Cambridge to leading national research and policy here in Australia. She gives one of the clearest explanations of how endo causes pain, inflammation and damage, and how this links to fertility.We explore:Prof Louise's take on how endo actually causes pain The link between endo and infertility, and what patients should know earlyWhen surgery helps fertility, and when it might reduce ovarian reserveEgg and embryo freezing, and how to make that decisionImpact of hormone treatments on long term fertilityWhat GPs and other health professionals often get wrong about fertility and endoThe myths, the gaps, and what Louise wishes every patient understoodThis is a grounded and compassionate conversation that will be useful for patients, GPs, and anyone supporting someone with endo.Louise is also the lead investigator behind EndoZone, a national digital platform that gives patients and clinicians access to evidence-based, user-friendly information about endometriosis. Check out this excellent resource at www.endozone.com.au