Hi everyone! I'm Kirsten
On Saturday 18th of May, I will be competing in the La Roche Posay Half Marathon in Napier.
This will be my first ever half marathon, so I’d love for you to support my run by donating to this worthy cause!
My why
Endometriosis has impacted my life and the lives of so many people close to me. My endo experience started at 13, and after 12 years of pain, doctor's visits, and frustration, I was finally diagnosed at 25 years old when I had my first surgery.
I'm supporting Endo NZ and all the great work they do to spread awareness about the disease. It's so important for people, especially our younger generation, to be able to recognise the signs and symptoms of endo, and to have the confidence to advocate for themselves rather than feeling alone in their journey.
If I can raise awareness and prevent just one person from waiting 12 years to be validated and diagnosed, it will make my first half marathon that much more rewarding!
Donate today!
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Info about endometriosis
Symptoms of endometriosis
Pelvic pain
Bowel problems like bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, pain with bowel movements, painful wind
Painful intercourse
Sub-fertility or infertility
Tiredness and low energy
Pain in other places such as the lower back
Bladder troubles
At present, there is no known cure and research, information, and funding is severely limited. While endometriosis is starting to be recognised as a major public health issue in New Zealand, there is still a distinct lack of funding
On average, it takes more than eight years for girls, women, and those assigned female at birth with endometriosis to get a diagnosis. Many of those living with endometriosis see numerous doctors and specialists before receiving a diagnosis, and diagnostic delays often have an immense impact on mental well-being, education, career, and relationships.
The significant lack understanding of endometriosis, it also means many patients have difficulty accessing treatment and managing their symptoms.
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About Endometriosis New Zealand
Endometriosis New Zealand is Aotearoa’s national endometriosis organisation representing over 120,000 girls, women, and those assigned female at birth that suffer from endometriosis. That’s 1 in 10 who live with this disease in New Zealand!
Their purpose is to improve the lives of those with endometriosis. They provide support, advocacy, research, information, education, and awareness.
Help me, help them so others can find a way forward with hope and strength.
