Mofiyinfoluwa’s Story: "They found a hemorrhagic cyst on my left ovary"

Trigger Warning: This episode contains references to sexual and reproductive health, including explicit discussions of sexual content, depression, and related mental health struggles. Please take care while listening. On this episode of What Is Your Story?, Nigeria’s best storytelling podcast, Mofiyinfoluwa returns to share her journey with endometriosis. From the first signs her body gave her, to the frustration she felt after her diagnosis, and the emotional weight of living with the condition, Mofiyinfoluwa walks us through it all. She opens up about the medications, the impact on her daily life, her relationship with her faith and the healing she experienced. This episode is a deeply personal look at pain, resilience, and the power of listening to your body.If you or someone you know is facing similar challenges, here are a few gynecologists and specialists centres you can visit: BT Health & Diagnostics Centre in Ikeja, GRAOccupational Health Prime Hospital, Lekki Phase 1 Evanson Medical Centre in OgbaAniyun Hospital in GbagadaPeterHoff Specialist Hospital in OkotaWhat Is Your Story? celebrates individuality through powerful personal narratives. Each episode gives our guests the space to reflect on the defining moments that shaped them—emotionally, socially, culturally, and professionally.Want to Share Your Story?If you enjoyed this episode and would like to be featured on the podcast, fill out this⁠⁠⁠⁠ guest application form⁠⁠⁠⁠.We have a monthly book club and for this month, we are discussing Some Angels Don’t See God by Ever Obi. Get a ticket to attend our in-person meeting ⁠⁠⁠here⁠. Buy our Love in Detty December AnthologyWe’ve just released Love in Detty December, curated by Noisy Streetss and edited by Aidelohi Omo-Eboh, Àjọkẹ́ Bọ́dúndé, and Mofiyinfoluwa O. This collection of contemporary African romantic stories captures the heart of our shared December experiences. Get your copy of the anthology ⁠here. ⁠⁠⁠Sign up⁠⁠ for our newsletter to receive exclusive updates on upcoming episodes, events, and storytelling projects.Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay in the loop!Follow Mofiyinfoluwa on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Mofiyinfoluwa O.