March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and in this episode of I've Got Guts, Stef and Lauren break down what endometriosis actually is…and why it’s still so misunderstood.

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 people worldwide, yet the average diagnosis takes 7–10 years. We talk about why diagnosis takes so long, common misconceptions doctors still have, and how symptoms can go far beyond painful periods.

In this episode we cover:

• Endometriosis symptoms many people don’t expect

• The gut health connection (IBS, bloating, constipation, diarrhea)

• Why imaging often doesn’t detect endometriosis

• Excision vs ablation surgery and why the difference matters

• Insurance barriers and access to proper c ...