Helpful links
A list of helpful links.
You may also find the helpful links on our Endometriosis website useful.
Bladder and Bowel Foundation
This charity provides information and support services, including a confidential helpline anyone who suffers from bladder and bowel control problems.
British Acupuncture Council
Has a searchable database of that lists all UK based acupuncturists who meet national standards of practice for acupuncture in the UK.
British Association for Nutritional Therapy (BANT)
Provides information on nutritional therapy and nutrition, how to find a registered nutritionist and how to prepare for a nutritional consultation. Contains a searchable database to allow you to search for local nutritionists.
British Infertility Counselling Association
Seeks to promote the highest standards of counselling for those considering or undergoing fertility investigations and treatment. The website includes a searchable database to find an accredited counsellor.
British Nutrition Foundation
Provides information on healthy living and nutrition science to people so that they can make their own informed health and lifestyle choices. They also provide online training courses.
British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy
An organisation aiming to improve standards treating women with gynaecological problems. You can use the website to search for accredited endometriosis treatment centres in the UK.
Citizens Advice Bureau
Citizens Advice Bureau / Citizens Advice Scotland provide free, confidential, independent advice on a variety of issues including financial, legal, disability, housing and employment.
Counselling Directory
The website has a national register of psychotherapists and counsellors and provides information to help you choose a therapist.
Endometriosis UK
Endometriosis UK is a national patient organisation and charity which aims to improve the lives of people affected by endometriosis and to decrease the impact it has on those with the condition and their families and friends.
Endometriosis.org
Endometriosis.org is the global forum for news and information in endometriosis. It provides up to date information on the latest endometriosis research.
European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
Patient version of the ESHRE Guideline on management of women with endometriosis.
Fibromyalgia Association UK
Acts as a signpost to information and resources for people who are affected by fibromyalgia. They operate a helpline, online support forum and local support group for individuals affected by fibromyalgia.
Gov.uk – Civil legal advice (only for England and Wales)
Provides free legal aid for various issues including benefit appeals and discrimination. The website has a questionnaire to help you determine if you are eligible for free legal aid.
There is advice for Scottish residents at Scottish Legal Aid Board.
Headspace
A resource teaching users how to meditate.
Health Unlocked
Connects hundreds of thousands of members who wish to discuss medical issues through its hosted forums. Endometriosis UK has a moderated forum on Health Unlocked.
HOPE (Healthy Optimal Periods for Everyone)
Healthy Optimal Periods for Everyone (HOPE) is a website all about periods and menstrual health. It was created to inform and educate everyone about menstruation.
Infertilty Network UK
Provides support and information to those who are struggle with infertility. The website provides details on how to apply for NHS funding for fertility treatment.
Miscarriage Association
Offer support and information to anyone affected by the loss of a baby in pregnancy through their website, support groups and helpline service.
Nutritionist Resource
This site gives information about endometriosis and how diet can help. Please note: we do not take any responsibility for the content of this link or have any commercial interest in it.
Pain Concern
This site has helpful resources, including ‘Airing Pain’ downloadable radio shows on pain management related topics.
Pelvic Pain Support Network
A patient led organisation that:
- Provides support, information and advocacy for those with pelvic pain, their families and carers
- Promotes education about pelvic pain in the curriculum of health professionals and amongst the public
- Encourages and supports research to increase knowledge and understanding of the impact of pelvic pain
Relate
Provides relationship counselling. Has a searchable database of local registered counsellors.
Samaritans
Provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day, by telephone, email, letter, or face to face.
The British Pain Society
The patient section of the website contains a list of UK-based pain clinics, a frequently asked questions section and a suggested reading section.
The Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)
Provides details of complementary therapy practitioners who meet national standards of competence and practice.
The National Centre for Complementary and Integrative Health
An American website providing information about complementary medicines, including acupuncture.
Pain Association Scotland
This site has information about pain management related topics and pain management groups held in some parts of Scotland.
Verity
Verity is a self-help group for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Women’s Health Concern (WHC)
WHC provides a confidential, independent service to advise, inform and reassure women about their gynaecological, sexual and post reproductive health.