Endo Battery
Welcome to Endo Battery, the podcast that's here to journey with you through Endometriosis and Adenomyosis.
In a world where silence often shrouds these challenging conditions, Endo Battery stands as a beacon of hope and a source of strength. We believe in the power of knowledge, personal stories, and expert insights to illuminate the path forward. Our mission? To walk with you, hand in hand, through the often daunting landscape of Endometriosis and Adenomyosis.
This podcast is like a warm hug for your ears, offering you a cozy space to connect, learn, and heal. Whether you're newly diagnosed, a seasoned warrior, or a curious supporter, Endo Battery is a resource for you. Here, you'll find a community that understands your struggles and a team dedicated to delivering good, accurate information you can trust.
What to expect from Endo Battery:
Personal Stories: We're all about real-life experiences – your stories, our stories – because we know that sometimes, the most profound insights come from personal journeys.
Leading Experts: Our podcast features interviews with top experts in the field. These are the individuals who light up the path with their knowledge, sharing their wisdom and expertise to empower you.
Comfort and Solace: We understand that Endometriosis can be draining – physically, emotionally, and mentally. Endo Battery is your safe space, offering comfort and solace to help you recharge and regain your strength.
Life-Charging Insights: When Endometriosis tries to drain your life, Endo Battery is here to help you recharge. We're the energy boost you've been looking for, delivering insights and strategies to help you live your best life despite the challenges.
Join us on this journey, and together, we'll light up the darkness that often surrounds Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. Your story, your strength, and your resilience are at the heart of Endo Battery. Tune in, listen, share, and lets charge forward together.
Episodes
153 episodes
QC: SIBO or Just Need to Poop? Is The Low FODMAP Diet Beneficial?
Dr. Zachary Spiritos demystifies SIBO treatment for patients with complex conditions like endometriosis and mast cell activation syndrome. He cuts through the noise with a straightforward approach to this commonly misunderstood digestive condit...
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Episode 140
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6:16
Not on the Table: The Science Behind Period Cramps and What’s Still Missing
Kate Downey shares her 22-year journey through debilitating period pain and her quest for answers that ultimately led to creating her podcast "Cramped." Through extensive research and interviews with experts, Kate uncovers why period pain remai...
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Episode 139
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44:45
QC: Navigating Diet Conflicts: Endometriosis Meets PCOS Meets Intermittent Fasting With Sarah Rae
Registered dietitian Sarah Rae shares evidence-based nutrition strategies for those managing both endometriosis and PCOS simultaneously. She explains why balanced blood sugar is crucial for both conditions and how protein intake, fiber, and hea...
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Episode 138
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5:18
QC: Communicating Intimacy Challenges Without Losing Connection With Mallory Oxendine
Certified sex therapist Mallory Oxendine provides practical strategies for communicating with partners about pain during intimacy while maintaining connection and avoiding shame. She addresses the fear of rejection that often prevents these cru...
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Episode 137
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5:22
Endo Battery Fast Charged: #16; When Your Body Calls In Sick But You Can't
Endometriosis impacts every aspect of life—physical health, relationships, mental wellbeing, career, and finances—not just the reproductive system. Research validates what patients experience: this disease is systemic, serious, and requires com...
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Episode 136
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16:17
QC: Does Birth Control Actually Shrink Endo Lesions? (Spoiler: Probably Not), Timing Surgery with Your Cycle, & Cyclical Nose Bleeds
Expert endometriosis surgeon Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar debunks common myths and provides clear answers to pressing questions about endometriosis management. Drawing from his extensive experience at the Indian Center for Endometriosis, he offers ...
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Episode 135
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5:52
QC Understanding Post-Op Imaging: What It Reveals About Your Endometriosis Surgeon
Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar shares critical insights on evaluating surgeon skill and the importance of comprehensive treatment for endometriosis. His expertise reveals that clean, meticulous surgical technique with respect for tissue significantly...
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Episode 134
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6:22
Your Nervous System Controls More Than You Think: Part 2 With Dr. Zac Spiritos
Dr. Zac Spiritos, a neurogastroenterologist, shares his expertise on the complex connections between endometriosis and gastrointestinal symptoms. We explore the critical role of the nervous system in gut function and discuss practical approache...
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Episode 133
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37:23
QC: Burning Questions, When or If Ablation Works
Dr. Jeff Arrington, a renowned excision specialist and patient advocate, shares his expert perspective on when ablation might be appropriate in endometriosis treatment. He discusses the nuanced decision-making process that balances complete dis...
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Episode 132
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4:08
QC: Red Flags at the GI Doctor: Is There a Low Histamine Diet?
Dr. Zac Spiritos shares key insights about gastroenterology red flags and specialized dietary approaches for digestive disorders. We explore the concerning situation when doctors label symptoms as "just IBS" without proper explanation and the i...
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Episode 131
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5:09
The Gut-Brain Connection: Sorting Endometriosis from IBS, POTS, and MCAS With Dr. Zac Spiritos
A deep dive into the tangled web of GI symptoms and how they connect to endometriosis, EDS, POTS, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Dr. Zac Spiritos, a neuro-gastroenterologist, shares insights on differentiating between these conditions and f...
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Episode 130
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36:13
QC: Food For Thought on SIBO and Endo Symptoms With Sarah Rae
Sarah Rae, registered dietitian specializing in endometriosis and fertility nutrition, offers evidence-based strategies to help individuals navigate nutrition for endometriosis.• SIBO treatment typically begins with antibiotics like rif...
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Episode 129
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6:04
QC: Leaky Gut, Dysbiosis, and Endometriosis: Are GLP-1 Agonists O.K. For Compromised G.I
Neurogastroenterologist Dr. Zachary Spiritos explains the likely connection between leaky gut and rising rates of inflammatory conditions like endometriosis. He discusses how intestinal permeability may be influenced by stress and dietary facto...
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Episode 128
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4:48
Endo Battery Fast Charged: EP 15
In this episode of Endo Battery Fast Charged, we dive into the ongoing delays in endometriosis diagnosis, emerging imaging tools like transvaginal ultrasound for superficial endometriosis, and how advocacy is shifting the standard of c...
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Episode 127
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13:35
QC: Hormone Suppression After Excision? Does Endo Spread If an Endometrioma "Pops"?
Dr. Abhishek Mangeshikar, leading endometriosis specialist from the Indian Center for Endometriosis, shares expert insights on post-excision medical management and endometrioma concerns. His straightforward explanations debunk common myths whil...
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Episode 126
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4:48
QC: Uterine Ablation vs. Hysterectomy: What If A Provider Doesn't Believe You?
Dr. Jeff Arrington breaks down the differences between uterine ablation and hysterectomy while offering candid advice about advocating for yourself with dismissive doctors. His expert insights challenge conventional approaches to endometriosis ...
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Episode 125
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5:09
QC: Providers For Fibroids and Endo: Do Endometriomas Mean Deep Disease?
Dr. Jeff Arrington, renowned excision specialist and patient advocate, joins Quick Connect to debunk misinformation and empower patients with expert insights on endometriosis care. He breaks down the complexities of excision surgery, t...
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Episode 125
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5:33
Rebuilding Your Body After Hysterectomy: A Hormone Replacement Guide
Dr. Christine Vaccaro, a double board certified urogynecologist, provides crucial insights about the often-overlooked challenges of surgical menopause and comprehensive hormone replacement therapy. She explains why the abrupt hormonal changes a...
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Episode 124
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48:22
Your Body Is Not Broken: Finding Pleasure In Intimacy Despite Chronic Pain
Intimacy doesn't have to end when chronic pain begins - it simply requires thoughtful adaptation, clear communication, and a willingness to explore new pathways to pleasure.• Understanding the crucial difference between pain (stop immed...
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Episode 121
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42:28
QC: What Role Does The Gut Microbiome and Probiotics Play in Endometriosis?
Gut Health & Endometriosis: What You Need to Know with Sarah Rae, RDNRegistered dietitian Sarah Rae breaks down the powerful link between gut health and endometriosis, explaining how inflammation, the brain-gut connection, and...
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Episode 123
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4:56
QC: Soy and Endo: Friend or Foe? With Sara Rae, RDN
Registered dietitian Sarah Rae debunks common myths about soy and endometriosis, explaining why phytoestrogens may actually support—not harm—your health. Research suggests soy could even lower endometriosis risk!In this episode:
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Episode 122
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4:53
Intercourse, Pain & Guilt: Navigating Intimacy When Your Body Betrays You With Mallory Oxendine
Mallory Oxendine, a licensed professional counselor and certified sex therapist, shares powerful insights about maintaining intimacy while navigating the challenges of endometriosis and chronic illness. She offers compassionate guidance on refr...
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Episode 120
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QC: Suppression vs Surgery And The Long-term Impacts
Dr. Abhishek Mangeshkar breaks down why hormonal suppression only manages symptoms, while surgery removes endometriosis. He highlights key differences between these approaches and the serious long-term risks of hormonal treatments, including bo...
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Episode 119
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5:29
QC: Why Do Adhesions Matter In Protecting Fertility and Reducing Pain After Endometriosis Excision?
Dr. Mona Orady breaks down the critical role of adhesion prevention in endometriosis excision surgery—key for protecting fertility and reducing pain. She shares expert techniques, from minimizing tissue trauma to innovative methods like suspend...
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Episode 118
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4:14
Myth-Busting 101: The Truth About Endometriosis- A Quick Guide
Think endometriosis is just a bad period? Or that pregnancy cures it? Think again! In this myth-busting episode, we’re cutting through the noise and delivering facts about endometriosis and adenomyosis. Learn what these conditions really
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Episode 1
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