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Karen
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*******2000!******* Oct 1, 2010 17:32:34 GMT -5

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Post by Karen on Oct 1, 2010 17:32:34 GMT -5

Well, ladies, it's official... We've hit 2000 members to date! Kind of sad that 2000 people are affected by endo enough to sign up, but on the flip-side, it means none of us are alone throughout all of this. A big thanks to Carolyn for starting ER years ago!

So, let's do a quick check in to celebrate! Share what country you're from, how you stumbled across ER, and the most important thing you've taken away from the site.

And you lurkers that pop in from time to time but don't post? Yeah, we want to hear from you, too!

Last Edit: Oct 1, 2010 19:35:56 GMT -5 by Karen

Endometriosis: The Complete Reference for Taking Charge of Your Health by Mary Lou Ballweg & The Endometriosis Association is my go-to book for information & treatment options.
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Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Wexler is my go-to book for understanding the menstrual cycle, hormones, and fertility indicators.

Karen Global Moderator Posts: 9,496	*****2000!***** Oct 1, 2010 17:39:08 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Karen on Oct 1, 2010 17:39:08 GMT -5 Ha ha ha!
	Endometriosis: The Complete Reference for Taking Charge of Your Health by Mary Lou Ballweg & The Endometriosis Association is my go-to book for information & treatment options. ******************************** Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Wexler is my go-to book for understanding the menstrual cycle, hormones, and fertility indicators.

KSA Moderator ~The Lipstick Librarian~ Posts: 2,275	*****2000!***** Oct 1, 2010 18:24:19 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by KSA on Oct 1, 2010 18:24:19 GMT -5
	"I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best." ~Marilyn Monroe~

lizzylou
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*******2000!******* Oct 1, 2010 19:05:27 GMT -5

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Post by lizzylou on Oct 1, 2010 19:05:27 GMT -5

YAY!!!!

From America, I stumbled acrossed ER when doing a search to figure out what in the heck was wrong with me. I found the main page (not the forum) and read the symptoms and IT WAS ME!!! FINALLY!!!! So I loved the page and hand to join the forum. And what did I get from it? I got a place with answers, lots and lots of different answers. Treatments, support, laughs, procedures, etc. etc.

This board seriously changed my lie.

omaklackey Very Active Member musician, mom, architect, gardener Posts: 1,170	*****2000!***** Oct 1, 2010 20:33:21 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by omaklackey on Oct 1, 2010 20:33:21 GMT -5 ;D ;D ;D Omak, Washington. Found Endo resolved when i was looking for answers as to whether I was going to get a hysterectomy or not. Found it in 2009
	Surgically induced menopause at 33 in 2009, stage IV Endometriosis and Interstital Cystitis.

KSA Moderator ~The Lipstick Librarian~ Posts: 2,275	*****2000!***** Oct 1, 2010 20:35:45 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by KSA on Oct 1, 2010 20:35:45 GMT -5 Keri, Ohio Google search I found ER and amazing friends!
	"I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best." ~Marilyn Monroe~

Shannon Elizabeth
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*******2000!******* Oct 1, 2010 20:38:59 GMT -5

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Post by Shannon Elizabeth on Oct 1, 2010 20:38:59 GMT -5

Shannon, Wisconsin
Mum found it for me after dealing with 6+ years of endo and having no success with anything. She found the diet, downloaded the PDF book, and subsequently found the board. Its been the one of the greatest assets in my fight against endo yet

hellsbells
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*******2000!******* Oct 2, 2010 5:20:06 GMT -5

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Post by hellsbells on Oct 2, 2010 5:20:06 GMT -5

Helen, Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Found the board 15 months ago during some of my darkest days, not knowing what was wrong. Love the laughs, support and info on here. Not to mention inspiration from so many women. You all rock!

You wouldn't put sub-standard fuel in your car, would you? Patrick Holford's New Optimum Nutrition Bible is a fantastic source of information on how to heal your body from the inside out.

gemstone Very Active Member Posts: 1,218	*****2000!***** Oct 2, 2010 6:29:53 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by gemstone on Oct 2, 2010 6:29:53 GMT -5 Yay!! Gem from Cardiff, South Wales, UK. Found the board when looking up endo trying to get answers to what was wrong - has been amazing and I LOVE getting to know you all!!!!
	Lap scheduled for 01/02/12!!!

Karen
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*******2000!******* Oct 2, 2010 8:04:34 GMT -5

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Post by Karen on Oct 2, 2010 8:04:34 GMT -5

From USA, found ER (Carolyn's main site) when I was frantically looking for something more in depth about endo. Most websites just have the basic textbook definition of endo, but each one had a little bit different info so I was hoping to find a place with it all. I was finally brave enough to check out the forums, and voila! Best thing by far I've taken from here is the friendships and the info.

Endometriosis: The Complete Reference for Taking Charge of Your Health by Mary Lou Ballweg & The Endometriosis Association is my go-to book for information & treatment options.
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Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Wexler is my go-to book for understanding the menstrual cycle, hormones, and fertility indicators.

JC
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*******2000!******* Oct 2, 2010 8:06:55 GMT -5

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Post by JC on Oct 2, 2010 8:06:55 GMT -5

Washington DC, USA!
I found this googling endometriosis because I was diagnosing myself since my stupid doc was clueless. After I read all the stuff posted, I was convinced I had it, looked for an endo specialist, had the lap and was diagnosed. The whole process was done with the girls on this board as my cheerleaders.
I went back and read my very first intro post. Everyone was so nice to me!

"I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do." -Edward Everett Hale

pretty Guest	*****2000!***** Oct 2, 2010 12:28:29 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by pretty on Oct 2, 2010 12:28:29 GMT -5 Lisa.... real name! Homer, Alaska..... found it after a lap in April, absolutely thrilled to have such a great resource... this site has saved my sorry a$$ time and again. I don't know what my journey would have been without y'all! loves!!!!

Tamela
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*******2000!******* Oct 21, 2010 0:36:26 GMT -5 via the ProBoards App

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Post by Tamela on Oct 21, 2010 0:36:26 GMT -5

TamiÃ¢Â€Â¦Oregon USA. New to the forum. Did a google search for an endo forum to find some answers. I have already gotten some good laughs here, wonderful support and just a place where I feel understood.

Never regret yesterday, life is in you today and you make your tomorrow.

sunshine78
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*******2000!******* Oct 21, 2010 11:39:18 GMT -5

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Post by sunshine78 on Oct 21, 2010 11:39:18 GMT -5

sunshine; somewhere in Tornado Alley, USA. Came here looking for advice, after a P.A. decided to actually read my chart, and referred me to a specialist.

I've gotten lots of info, advice, and have ideas for alternative treatments, for when I get sick of stupid birth control. OH, and plenty of laughs, which helps, a lot.