‘The strain of managing a chronic illness is something that even the strongest people struggle to de
Chloe is 19 years old. She suffers with two conditions which have a large effect on everyday life and her mental health, and is currently undergoing medical treatment to find a long-term solution. She is participating in #SpeakUpSYM because she wants to contribute towards eliminating the stigma surrounding the following physical and mental health issues. What are your current physical health issues? I have had IBS since I was 12 and endometriosis since I was 13, but I wasn’t diagnosed until I was 15. Both conditions have worsened in the past two years and because of this, I have spent more and more time at my local GP and at the hospital. I have regular appointments for endometriosis every t
