Shepparton’s Nicola Villani shares her endometriosis story.
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Megan Fisher
Shepparton's Nicola Villani was just 15 when she was diagnosed with endometriosis.
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Now 25, she's on the brink of her sixth surgery in 10 years, yet still sees no end in sight to her pain, only periods of relief.
Aside from the physical agony she's endured, the chronic condition has interfered with every other aspect of her life, from school, work, study, social occasions, relationships, holidays and finances to her mental wellness.
Listen to her tell her story in the latest episode of Digging Deeper below: