Pelvic pain coalition of Utah

10/03/2026

05/11/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all those: who want to be a mom, lost their mom, have a difficult relationship with their mom, are mother figures, step moms, fur baby moms, never knew their mom, new moms, moms, moms who have lost children, I see you. You are worth celebrating!! I founded PPCU, because I do have Endometriosis, and I wanted to create an organization that would actually make life better and hopefully less painful for those who live with debilitated pelvic pain, whether it was because of, but not limited to: Endometriosis, PCOS, Adenomyosis, IC, or Fibroids. PPCU exists to help, and we plan to! We are going to be hosting a support group every other month, for anyone who would like to come, whether you have Endometriosis or PCOS etc, everyone is welcome. If you live outside of Utah, would you like a virtual option? Please answer the poll, so I can plan accordingly.

05/02/2026

Today was a difficult day, so glad I have a ball of fluffy white fur, to heal my heart. I had surgery on 4/21/26, to remove an ovarian remnant and any Endometriosis that was in my pelvis. Endo patches were found and excised, but an ovarian remnant was not found. Lab work will be drawn to check my hormone levels: estrogen, progesterone and FSH. Should levels suggest that an ovarian remnant remains, I will be considering radiation therapy or another surgery. I’m nervous for what is to come, but filled with hope. Endometriosis can be a rollercoaster, and every case is different. I am hoping that I can learn more about endometriosis through my experience, and share it with all endo sisters. I have always wondered if Endometriosis produces enough estrogen to create a menstrual cycle, I have read research supporting this hypothesis, as well as research disproving this hypothesis. What do you think?

04/16/2026

My name is Melissa Dean, I am the founder of the non profit Pelvic Pain Coalition of Utah, and the creator of Endo Warrior 5k, I am also an Endometriosis Warrior myself. I know the pain, the struggle and the incredible resilience that comes along with Pelvic pain diseases. I am now gearing up for my 8th surgery for Endometriosis. For me, each new diagnosis of Endo’s return hits just as hard as the first. It took a year to reach the point of scheduling excision surgery. I have what we think is an ovarian remnant from my o***y removal surgery, as well as new Endo. I feel incredibly blessed to have access to the very best specialists. This is why I do what I do for Endo Warrior; to help all of my Endo sisters learn better treatments, connect with specialists, share coping strategies, and make living with Endometriosis better for present and future Endo survivors. After I recover from my surgery next week, PPCU will be holding support groups every other month, with a special guest speaker, time to make connections with other pelvic pain warriors, get ideas, and create a community for Pelvic pain warriors to come for help!

04/05/2026

Highlights from our 5k! A massive thank you to everyone who donated their time and expertise! Dr Dassel, Dr Arrington, Dr Johnstone, Reborn PT, Origins PT, Sarah Peterson, Intermountain Health, and all who brought magic to the event!

04/01/2026

April is Adenomyosis awareness month! Join PPCU's event as we bring attention to Adenomyosis and PCOS, 2 debilitating conditions often overlooked despite the pain they cause!

03/25/2026

Get ready for our epic Endo Warrior 5k this Saturday, March 28th, at 8:30am at Wheeler Farm in Murray, Utah! We're excited for a fun-filled morning with free face painting, bounce houses, Chick-fil-A breakfast, and a costume contest! Bring your family and join the cause - kids under 14 are free! Register now at www.ppcuendowarrior.org

03/20/2026

I don't often share personal moments, but I want to talk about something real in the Endometriosis community. Yesterday, my husband and I said goodbye to our beloved Wiley, who bravely fought dog cancer. She was more than just a pet; she was my rock during tough times, especially when Endometriosis pain hit hard. She'd sense my tears and snuggle up, licking away my pain. Losing her hurts, but I'm reminded to cherish the time with our pets and let them comfort us ❤️

03/12/2026

Calling all Endo Warriors! Don't miss out on our 1k or 5k event with half-off tickets! Your $15 entry gets you bounce house fun, face painting, and a Chick-fil-A breakfast. Plus, kids under 15 are free! Sign up now at www.ppcuendowarrior.org