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"I was using leftover pain medication from previous excision surgeries for my pelvic pain."

Tara Lipinski Opens Up About Her Endometriosis Journey

Olympic gold medalist Tara Lipinski opened up to Rescripted in a candid interview about her fertility struggles, revealing her emotional 10-year journey with endometriosis and, ultimately, IVF. Watch the full video to get her heartfelt advice for anyone who wants to understand their body better, and visit MyReceptiva.com to learn more.

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Tara Lipinski: From Endo to IVF—Her Personal Story

Tara Lipinski speaks openly about her endometriosis & IVF journey, and how MyReceptivaTM helped her achieve her ultimate goal of motherhood. Whether you're dealing with painful menstrual symptoms or navigating TTC, Tara’s story is a reminder that you’re not alone.

REAL-LIFE ENDOMETRIOSIS STORIES

How These Women Navigate the Challenges of Endometriosis

Periods weren’t normalized at home, and I lived with pain.
I’m happy because I have a diagnosis. But I’m sad because my body will never be the same.
The most painful part of this diagnosis has been the doctors who gaslit & belittled me.
At 11, my first period brought excruciating pain.
Dismissed symptoms, wrong surgeries, and finally finding relief post-excision surgery.
It took me 11 years to get diagnosed with endometriosis.
I felt totally belittled... But we have this community that is together, and we see each person.
Diagnosed at 28 after dismissals. Living with chronic pain, fatigue, and recurrent UTIs.
Two months post-op, still navigating the struggles of an 'invisible' illness.
I feel more supported now but still wish I had more.

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According to the World Health Organization approximately 10% of women are affected by endometriosis.

Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 people assigned female at birth

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Who Should Consider The MyReceptivaTM Test?

MyReceptivaTM was created to help women determine if endometriosis is the cause of their pelvic pain or the reason for their infertility issues.

Endometriosis
Symptoms		 Infertility
Issues
Undiagnosed pelvic or abdominal pain. Women 34 and under who have failed to conceive after 12 months of trying to conceive naturally.
Family history of endometriosis, pelvic or abdominal pain. Women 35 and over with unexplained infertility after 6 months of trying to conceive naturally.
Pain during and after sex. Women with one or more consecutive miscarriages during the first 13 weeks of pregnancy.
Recurrent bladder or bowel pain. Women and families wanting to screen before considering expensive next steps such as IVF.
High Body Mass Index (BMI) combined with non-specific symptoms such as anxiety, depression or fatigue.

Early diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis can mitigate later complications. Visit MyReceptiva.com to learn more!

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Emma Maxwell

Rescripted and MyReceptivaTM have partnered with Emma Maxwell, a tireless endometriosis advocate, to feature personal stories from real people who have been there.