Endo Unfiltered: Why Did It Take Me Over 2 Decades To Get Diagnosed With Endometriosis?
Pictured: Katya Karlova, Founder
Endo Unfiltered Series: Episode 3 Part 1
This is what Endometriosis Awareness Month is all about!💛
When I was going through the worst of my battles with endo, I stayed silent. I isolated myself because I was worried I’d be perceived as complaining, attention-seeking, or “playing the victim.”
So many of us with invisible chronic illnesses default to suffering in silence for the same reasons. 🫥
I can’t single-handedly change all the inherent inequalities in the healthcare and insurance industries that exist today, but I can share my story. Because the more we speak up, the more we break the stigma. So that one day, endo warriors won’t have to:
1. Battle the healthcare system and their own bodies
2. Fight just to be believed
3. Fear their symptoms will be dismissed as “normal” or “in their head”
…while a very real, chronic, whole-body inflammatory disease continues to get worse in their bodies; destroying their health, fertility, and quality of life.
No one should have to suffer in silence. You are not alone.
Follow along for more #EndoUnfiltered 💛 Stay tuned for Part 2!
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NEW BOOK RELEASE
We’re thrilled to announce that our founder Katya Karlova’s debut book “Invisible Pain, Unstoppable Power” is now available for pre-order!
Visit InvisiblePainUnstoppablePower.com to reserve your copy of her book and be part of a movement to make invisible illnesses impossible to ignore.
About The Book
“Invisible Pain, Unstoppable Power” takes you through Katya Karlova’s courageous journey through the depths of body dysmorphia, chronic pain, and endometriosis—a path defined by invisible struggles that impacted every aspect of her life. With raw honesty and vulnerability, Katya shares the painful battles that shaped her, offering readers a window into the often unseen realities of living with these challenges.
However, this book is more than just a story of struggle. It is a powerful guide that shows you how to rise above adversity. Through Katya’s own transformation, she reveals the tools and strategies that helped her persevere, heal, and ultimately create the life she had once thought impossible. Invisible Pain, Unstoppable Power provides actionable insights on how to navigate health challenges, reclaim your power, and build a life that aligns with your deepest desires.
Katya’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, self-acceptance, and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Her story will inspire anyone facing their own struggles, encouraging them to rise above their pain, embrace their truth, and create the life their heart truly desires.
This book isn’t just about surviving—it’s about thriving. It is a call to anyone who feels trapped by their own invisible battles to reclaim their strength, transform their reality, and unlock the unstoppable power within.
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Endo Unfiltered
Endo Unfiltered is the official blog of the Endo-Visible Foundation and is a space for honest conversations about life with endometriosis. Here, we share personal stories, helpful resources, and updates from the Endo-Visible Foundation — all with the goal of raising awareness, breaking the stigma, building community, and making endo visible.
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We want to feature YOU—because the more we share, the more we realize we are not alone.
When we come together in truth and vulnerability, we break the stigma and amplify the strength of our community. Your story has the power to inspire, connect, and heal.
Want to share your journey with us for a chance to be featured?
Please email inquiries@katyabkarlova.com with a photo of yourself and your story to be featured on our page.