They Said It Was Just Constipation: Why It Took 2 Years To Correctly Diagnose Me | On The Red Dot

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Agape Siow has Stage 4 endometriosis and dreams of starting a family, but pain, fertility worries and long work days take a toll. Through their lives, we understand what it feels like to live with an invisible condition. 00:00 Introduction 01:59 A pain attack from endometriosis 03:50 Essentials to cope with the pain 06:27 Long journey to an accurate diagnosis 08:19 Choosing between being pain-free and motherhood 10:22 How Agape met her husband 13:20 Agape seeks second opinion at a private doctor 17:52 Trying alternative treatments 22:38 Facing fears of potential depression WATCH MORE On The Red Dot: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkMf14VQEvTYbQaR9ddxnJmJRangPrY5f ========== About On The Red Dot: CNA's weekly programme documents the stories of ordinary Singaporeans and celebrates their resilience, identity and sense of belonging. =========== #CNAInsider #OnTheRedDot #Singapore #ChronicPain #ChronicPainWarrior #Endometriosis #infertilityTreatment #pregnant For more, SUBSCR

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