Pregnant…with fibroids?
“Congratulations! When are you due?!” Though saying this is appropriate when there is indeed a pregnancy, sometimes this congratulatory statement is given or received when there is no pregnancy. Which, needless to say, is embarrassing and uncomfortable for all involved. But how, you might ask, could someone mistakenly assume a woman is pregnant? Though sometimes […]
Holiday Season and Fibroids
The holiday season can be a time full of laughter and joy. It can be time spent with family and friends, sharing presents and good food and fun. It can be a wonderful celebration for all, however, for women with uterine fibroids, this time of year isn’t always as carefree and joyful as it could […]
Menstrual Cramps or Fibroids?
If you are a menstruating female, it is likely that at some point you have experienced the pain and discomfort of menstrual cramps. These cramps usually range from mild to moderate, and can most often be treated with over-the-counter medications, and soothed with a hot water bottle or heating pad. However, some women experience excessive […]
The Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids: Finding Relief
Uterine fibroids are a common type of benign tumor characterized by the overgrowth of connective or smooth muscle tissue in the uterus. These tumors, which affect women mainly during their reproductive years, are diagnosed in up to 70% of white women and more than 80% of women of African ancestry during their lifetime. Though most […]