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What Endometriosis Is Really Telling Us with Dr. Mathew Leonardi

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This week, Nikki sits down with Dr. Mathew Leonardi, one of North America’s leading experts on endometriosis, to uncover the truth about a condition that affects 1 in 10 women, yet often takes a decade to diagnose. From the hidden history of “hysteria” in women’s medicine to unfortunately normalized period pain,, this episode dives deep into how bias, outdated systems, and silence have shaped the way women experience healthcare, and how Dr. Leonardi is working to change that. 

Dr. Leonardi shares:

  • Why it takes an average of 10 years for women to get an endometriosis diagnosis
  • How cultural stigma and language have minimized women’s pain for generations
  • The real signs your period pain isn’t normal and deserves investigation
  • Why surgery shouldn’t be the only way to diagnose or treat endo
  •  The reality that endo can be a chronic and recurrent condition — and why a “one and done” approach rarely works
  • The use of ultrasound vs surgery in endometriosis diagnosis
  • The promise of new, multimodal care — combining medication, physiotherapy, diet, and mental health support — to help women find real relief
  • The hope: how research and awareness are finally shifting the narrative

    • It’s an eye-opening, validating, and empowering conversation that every woman should hear — whether you’ve been dismissed in a doctor’s office or simply want to understand your body better.

    Ways to connect with Dr. Mathew: Instagram | Web | YouTube | X

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