The Vagina Museum Podcast - Endometriosis: A Brief History (with Dr. Camran Nezhat)

Endometriosis: A Brief History (with Dr. Camran Nezhat)

11/08/23 • 29 min

190 million people in the world have endometriosis. So why do we know so little about it? In this endometriosis mini-series, we’ll explore the condition—from ancient treatments to cutting-edge research. In this episode, we look at 2,000 years of history to explore how people with endometriosis symptoms were treated (and often dismissed). Then we talk to Dr. Camran Nezhat, a pioneer and leading practitioner in the field of minimally invasive surgery, who shares his 40-year journey advocating for endometriosis patients and advancing endometriosis research and awareness. This series is funded by the Wellcome Center for Human Genetics. Show notes & transcript: tinyurl.com/vmendo1

"Endometriosis: Into the Unknown" will be open at the Vagina Museum in London from 4 Nov 2023 - 3 Mar 2024. You can find out more about Vagina Museum, get awesome merch from our online shop, and become a member of the Cliterati on our website: vaginamuseum.co.uk

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Teaser: Endometriosis Mini-Series

The Vagina Museum is re-opening in London on Nov 4 with a brand new exhibition, "Endometriosis: Into the Unknown." And that means the podcast is coming back too with four new episodes about endometriosis: its history, current diagnoses and treatment options, support options for those living with the disease, and the cutting-edge research helping to demystify this under-studied condition. Stay tuned for the first new episode, coming Nov 8.

This exhibition and accompanying programming are produced in collaboration with Oxford EndoCare, part of the Nuffield Department of Women's and Reproductive Health, and the Wellcome Centre for Human Genetics based at The University of Oxford.

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Endometriosis: Finding Answers, Getting Support

190 million people in the world have endometriosis. But despite how widespread the condition is, many people find themselves waiting years for a diagnosis and struggling to find support. In this episode, we’re chatting with the folks at Endometriosis UK about the diagnostic journey, support services, and how to advocate for yourself if you think you may have endometriosis. This series is funded by the Wellcome Center for Human Genetics. Show Notes & Transcript: tinyurl.com/vmendo2

"Endometriosis: Into the Unknown" will be open at the Vagina Museum in London from 4 Nov 2023 - 3 Mar 2024. An online version is also available at our website. You can find out more about Vagina Museum, get awesome merch from our online shop, and become a member of the Cliterati on our website: vaginamuseum.co.uk