Hi, my name is Madison. I’m 23 and have been living with severe pain since i was 11 and my doctors have not taken me seriously for over a decade. All i want is to live my life without this chronic severe pain. Endometriosis is consistently ranked as one of the most painful conditions in the world. My periods are so painful and bad that I’ve had to go to the ER multiple times, and everyday activities like work, exercising, or even using tampons are nearly impossible. On top of this, I deal with Symptomatic Celiac Disease, PMDD, dizziness, lightheadedness, duodenitis and have had erosive gastritis all of which make it even harder to get through each month. I’ve also had ovarian cysts in the past and fibroids, which add to my chronic pain and discomfort. Doctors have often pushed me away, telling me to just take Tylenol and NSAIDs for the pain and rest, but I cannot safely take them due to my sensitivities and celiac disease.

My current Doctors highly suspect I have endometriosis, a condition where tissue grows outside the uterus, causing chronic and debilitating pain. I’ve tried medications like progesterone, but they only help partially. Unfortunately, my insurance does not cover the excision surgery I need, which is considered the gold standard treatment. Without this surgery, my pain and limitations will continue to severely impact my quality of life and would get even worse. This Surgery would be my best chance at relief & avoiding more future complications.

Funds raised will go directly toward my endometriosis excision surgery and pre and post op. Any support, financial or simply just sharing this page, helps me get one step closer to living without constant pain. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity.