‘Do not compare your healing’
Githinji said people should give themselves time and grace as they recover.
She noted that even patients who undergo similar procedures can experience different levels of pain, recovery times and challenges.
“The recovery journey is not the same for everyone, so give yourself time, patience, and grace.”
She also encouraged those living with the condition to listen to their bodies and emotions rather than feeling pressured to recover according to someone else's timeline.
Her message comes as she continues recovering after undergoing surgery following complications associated with stage 4 endometriosis. Her recent health journey has included hospitalisation and an intensive care stay, bringing renewed attention to the condition.
From personal experience to public conversation
Githinji has increasingly used her social media platforms to discuss endometriosis beyond simply documenting her own experience.
Her updates have given followers a view of the physical and emotional difficulties that can accompany the condition, while also creating space for other women to discuss their experiences.
The wider conversation has also attracted other Kenyan public figures. Media personality Janet Mbugua recently called for stronger systems for the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis, while Senator Karen Nyamu pushed for a review of how the Social Health Authority caters for people seeking treatment.
Why the conversation matters
The World Health Organisation estimates that endometriosis affects about 190 million women and girls of reproductive age globally, equivalent to roughly one in 10.
In Kenya, delayed diagnosis and misdiagnosis remain concerns. A 2026 Kenya News Agency report cited health experts who linked delays to limited awareness and shortages of specialised healthcare providers.
Parliament has previously highlighted gaps in specialised treatment facilities. In 2024, the Ministry of Health reported that Kenya had about 700 gynaecologists and five trained laparoscopic gynaecological surgeons, mainly based at national referral hospitals.
