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Podcast: Hopeful Hints
Episode: Can Teen Girls Have Endometriosis? A Guide for Teens and Their Families
Description: Join Dr. Tara Harding sheds light on the often-overlooked subject of Endometriosis in teenagers in this crucial episode, offering a comprehensive guide for teens and their families. This episode covers everything from identifying symptoms, such as bowel issues and period irregularities, to navigating the path to a proper diagnosis. A Harvard Medical School, performed a study that found that nearly 100% of girls sent home or missing school due to painful periods have endometriosis. Teenagers are left to struggle with this painful and sometimes debilitating disease, missing school and activities. Yet, the journey to diagnosis and treatment can be fraught...