Jasmine Heath Hearn

BackgroundChronic pelvic pain (CPP) affects an estimated 6-27% of women and is associated with substantial impairment in quality of life (QoL). Common conditions include endometriosis, vulvodynia, and interstitial cystitis. Management typic…

Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, affecting 1 in 10 women in the UK. Symptoms include painful periods, chronic pelvic pain, and difficulty getting pregnant. Diagnosis o…

Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue resembling the endometrium grows outside the womb, causing severe chronic pain. People with endometriosis report difficulty in help-seeking and communicating with healthcare professionals…

OBJECTIVE: The impact of COVID-19 lockdowns and social distancing for persons with spinal cord injury (SCI) are poorly understood. This exploratory online qualitative study collected self-reported COVID-19 experiences from persons with SCI …

OBJECTIVES: Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue resembling the endometrium grows outside of the womb, causing severe chronic pain. Research demonstrates the physical, emotional and quality of life impact on people with endo…

Objectives. Endometriosis pain management has often centred around the use of contraception or surgical procedures to remove or reduce lesions and pain. Whilst these methods have been effective for some, many women have reported continuous …

OBJECTIVE: People living with spinal cord injury (SCI) are often immunocompromised, and at increased risk of respiratory infection. Given the restrictions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, those with SCI may be at increased risk of heal…

In this study, we explore how participants articulate experiences of emotions during Covid-19 lockdown in the UK. We posit that emotions fulfil experiential and interpersonal functions, which are construed and conveyed through language choi…

OBJECTIVES: Endometriosis is a long-term condition in which endometrial-like tissue grows outside of the womb, causing intense chronic pain. Previous work has demonstrated the physical and emotional impact on women who live with endometrios…