Aberdeen Support Group

Hi, my name is Avril and I am the co volunteer support group leader for Aberdeen. I am 37 years old, a wife and a mum to my 12 year old son while also working full time as an experienced Administrator. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. supporting my son's activities and going for walks and keeping fit with zumba and pilates which I find helps me when I am having a flare and in discomfort and pain.  I am also a keen photographer and events planner. I enjoy most sports but mainly Formula 1, football, golf and darts and also . My journey with Endometriosis started in February 2019 and since my diagnosis I have had a laparoscopy and a full hysterectomy. I wanted to become involved with Endometriosis UK after being a member of the Support Group in Aberdeen and also to help make a difference. The support I received from the leader of our group at the time and the other ladies really helped me deal with my diagnosis and realise I am not the only person going through this alone and it wasn't all in my head and we know our bodies and need to speak up to support others on their journey.