1. Theorizing Endometriosis
This book examines how endometriosis is theorized, exploring historical notions, diagnostic categories, and clinical enactments of the disease through the lens of sociology.
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This monograph examines the social and cultural construction of endometriosis through an analysis of patient narratives and clinical interactions. The author explores how historical notions, disciplinary power in gynecology clinics, and societal stigma shape the diagnostic experience and identity of women living with this chronic condition. Key themes include the struggle for a unified medical label, the adaptation to bodily failure, and the role of advocacy in navigating healthcare systems. This paper is centrally about endometriosis — specifically focusing on the sociological and narrative aspects of the disease rather than its biological mechanisms or treatment protocols.
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