Despite affecting millions of women, Black women often struggle to get a proper diagnosis. Why? Because our pain is too often dismissed. Black women are less likely to be diagnosed with endometriosis. Many are misdiagnosed with fibroids or told their pain is normal. The strong Black woman stereotype can keep us quiet when we should […]
Black women are less likely to be diagnosed with endometriosis. Many are misdiagnosed with fibroids or told their pain is normal. The strong Black woman stereotype can keep us quiet when we should be speaking up—and that silence leads to suffering. Many Black women with endometriosis face misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, and outright dismissal by healthcare […]
Did you know Black women are 50% less likely to be diagnosed with endometriosis than white women, despite dealing with it at similar rates? This Endometriosis Awareness Month, we’re shedding light on the health disparities affecting Black women dealing with the illness. Visit blackhealthmatters.com for more info. 🎥: caitlino02 via TikTok #BlackHealthMatters #BlackHealthStartsHere #EndoWarrior source […]