Replying to @TateWithComfrt Yes. MEN can have endometriosis. 👑🎗️
And I understand why so many people were taught otherwise.
For decades, endometriosis has been explained as “the uterine lining growing outside of the uterus.”
But that explanation is outdated and misleading.
Endometriosis is “endometrium-like tissue”,meaning tissue that is similar to the lining of the uterus, not simply the uterine lining itself growing somewhere else.
Even the World Health Organization now describes it as endometrium-like tissue outside the uterus.
And yes, there are documented, biopsy-confirmed cases of endometriosis in cisgender men,, including cases involving the bladder, abdominal wall, testicular area and other locations.
They it is “extremely rare” in cis men. But, as I always say, it can’t be rare when you’re not looking for it. So it’s not rare, ot is rarely looked for in men.
Transgender men have endometriosis too, and research continues to document endometriosis within the transmasculine population.
This disease does not stop and ask what gender you are before it affects your body.
That is why I will continue saying it:
🎗️ Endometriosis is a FULL-BODY, ALL-GENDER disease. 🎗️
We cannot educate the next generation using yesterday’s understanding of endometriosis.
And to the parents, I don’t say this to shame you.
You were taught what many of us were taught. Now we know more, so we teach more. 👑
That’s what advocacy is about.
#KingOfEndo #Endometriosis #EndometriosisAwareness #kits #MenWithEndometriosis
Growing awareness that endometriosis affects all genders—including men—has changed my perspective on this complex condition. Traditionally, we thought endometriosis was exclusively linked to the uterine lining growing outside the uterus, meaning only individuals with a uterus could be affected. However, recent medical insights and World Health Organization descriptions clarify that endometriosis involves "endometrium-like tissue" existing outside the uterus, which can appear in various parts of the body. This crucial distinction broadens the understanding that anyone can develop the disease. I was particularly surprised to learn about documented, biopsy-confirmed cases in cisgender men affecting areas like the bladder, abdominal wall, and testicular region. While these cases are considered extremely rare, it’s important to question whether rarity is due to underdiagnosis. Many men might experience symptoms but remain undiagnosed because endometriosis isn't commonly associated with male bodies. Moreover, transgender men, especially those who have retained some reproductive organs, also face a risk of endometriosis, highlighting the disease’s complex and multifaceted nature. Living with or supporting someone with endometriosis means recognizing symptoms that may not align with older gender-based myths. Symptoms can include chronic pain, fatigue, and digestive issues, which can be mistakenly attributed to other causes if gender biases exist. Advocacy matters now more than ever because it drives education and changes in medical research and treatment approaches. Sharing personal experiences and supporting inclusive education helps break down stigmas and ensures people—regardless of gender—receive timely diagnosis and appropriate care. In sum, acknowledging endometriosis as a full-body, all-gender disease improves our collective approach to awareness, research, and treatment. It's vital that future generations learn about endometriosis without outdated gender assumptions, so everyone affected can get the support they deserve.