For far too long, women’s health has been underfunded, under-researched, and, frankly, overlooked. Despite making up half the population, women still face significant disparities in healthcare funding, research, and treatment options. This International Women’s Day, we’re taking action. At Wellex®, we exist to empower women on their wellness journey by offering real solutions to real […]
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Living with endometriosis or interstitial cystitis often means battling chronic pain, discomfort, and frustration. While treatments like medications and dietary changes can help, there’s another powerful tool that many overlook: pelvic floor therapy. Pelvic floor therapy isn’t just about strengthening your muscles, it’s about retraining them to work in harmony, easing pain, and improving overall
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Imagine living with debilitating pain, heavy periods, and unexplained fatigue for years, only to be told it’s “normal” or “just part of being a woman.” For many living with endometriosis, this isn’t a one-time experience, it’s a recurring reality. On average, it takes 7 to 10 years to receive a diagnosis of endometriosis. That’s nearly
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You have known it was not normal for many years. If you’re reading this, you already know something’s off. Periods are not meant to debilitate you for more than a week every single month. In some ways knowing you have endometriosis can be empowering for your health and also your fertility. So, you’ve got the
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Hey, you. I know you’re scared right now. You just walked out of the doctor’s office with a diagnosis that feels heavy, complicated, and full of uncertainty. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a name you’d never heard before today, and now it’s something you’ll carry with you forever. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed—this letter
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When I first heard the words “You have PCOS,” it felt like a mix of relief, confusion and fear. Relief because I finally had an answer to years of irregular cycles, unexplained weight changes, and frustrating acne. Confusion because I had no idea what it actually meant, or where to go from there, and fear
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I know how it feels to sit in silence, consumed by pain no one else seems to understand. To hear people dismiss your symptoms as “just a bladder infection” or tell you to “drink more water” as though it’s that simple. I know the frustration of explaining, over and over, what it’s like to live
To The Girl Who Feels Alone With IC: You Are Not Invisible Read More »
If you’re like most people, you probably haven’t put much thought into what lube you choose. You may not realize that the lubricant you select for enjoyment can affect your vaginal well-being and potentially heighten your chances of developing different vulvovaginal issues if not selected thoughtfully. Given the vast array of lubricants available, including flavored
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When we think of the term, “microbiome”, many of us think about our gut. While the health of our gut certainly impacts our overall health, the microbiome encompasses so much more than our gastrointestinal tract. As women, a balanced vaginal microbiome is essential for maintaining overall health and preventing common issues like bacterial vaginosis, yeast
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an important time to discuss the risks and prevention of cancers in women, especially focusing on breast cancer and cervical cancer. At Papillex, we focus on HPV, cervical dysplasia, and overall cervical health, but we also recognize the links between various cancers. In this post, we’ll explore the signs
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