I Need A Bowel Specialist But The Health Board Has Rejected Me: Amy-Jane Davies

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of It’s Not Just A Period Podcast and to keep up to date with Alexandra’s Vlogs.Welcome to It’s Not Just A Period!Alexandra is delighted to be joined by Amy-Jane Davies this week, one of the leading Welsh voices for endometriosis advocacy and awareness.Amy was diagnosed during emergency surgery for suspected appendicitis, only to discover that her chronic was caused by endometriosis and large cysts.After a heartbreaking gynaecology appointment, Amy had no choice but to throw herself into research and become an expert on her condition. Her journey includes paying for private surgery, discovering a transformative hormonal treatment and fighting to get the organ saving treatment she desperately needs,Amy shares her challenges of accessing the right care through the NHS, the importance of finding specialist support, and the reality of symptoms such as 'endo belly'. We discuss the life changing decisions you're forced to make as an endometriosis warrior and how the disease affects intimacy in relationships. Links, Socials & ProductsAmy-Jane Davies...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growwithendo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growwithendoIt's Not Just A Period...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnotjustaperiod.ukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnotjustaperiod.ukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ItsNotJustAPeriodDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please speak to your GP or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, or before making changes to your healthcare routine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.