Endometri O, Sis! is a zine about living with, seeking treatment and raising awareness about endometriosis, a long-term condition that affects thousands of people every day with little attention from the medical industry. The zine is made by Cardiff-based artist and zine-maker, Lisa Derrick, with contributions from Sarah Merton.

Here’s what Lisa says about the zine:

“When I hear the name endometriosis, I am struck by the 'O, Sis' at the end of the word - it sounds like an exclamation of empathy. This is something every sufferer ought to receive. But unfortunately the reality is often different.

This is my story to date, of being diagnosed with stage III endometriosis. And being told "You don't have endometriosis", many, many times, during my road to trying to get care.

My friend Sarah Merton has contributed an essay and artwork, from her position of inside experience, as a fellow sufferer. The 36 page zine includes resources I've found useful, and an invite to submit your story to be shared via a Wordpress site, if you'd like to: www.realendostories.wordpress.com

The zine is inclusive and recognises that trans, non-binary and cisgender female people can all have endometriosis in their bodies.”

You can find more of Lisa’s artwork and zines over on Etsy.