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 […]
A Good Candidate for UFE
There is great news if you are a good candidate for Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE). UFE has an excellent track record regarding its effectiveness in relieving fibroid symptoms. It also has a faster recovery time than more invasive procedures like a hysterectomy and a myomectomy. In fact, based on the results of a meta-analysis of […]
UFE Consultation
It’s a new year, and why not make it a year without the pain and discomfort that comes with having uterine fibroids by setting up a UFE consultation? Sound good? Great! So let’s get started by scheduling your initial consultation here at MidAtlantic Vascular and Interventional to determine the treatment method that would be best for […]
Making it Through the Holidays with Fibroids
If you have decided to take action and do something about your uterine fibroids- Congratulations on making your health and your body a priority! This is wonderful news. As you deserve to live a life free of the many uncomfortable, life-interrupting, and painful symptoms that can come with having uterine fibroids. However, for those of […]
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 […]
Does Location Matter?
Fibroids can grow inside, underneath, and outside of the uterine walls. And, depending on their location, fibroids are usually divided into four different types: Intramural, subserosal, pedunculated, and submucosal. Intramural fibroids are fibroids that grow within the muscular uterine wall and are the most common type of fibroid. Due to their location, intramural fibroids can […]
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 […]
Risks and Side Effects of a Myomectomy
When fibroids are causing troublesome symptoms, and pain, and interfere with your normal activities, it is important to be aware that there are many treatment options available to relieve this burden. These treatment options can result in a decrease in symptoms, and in the case of a hysterectomy or a myomectomy, remove the fibroids completely. […]
Hysterectomy: Is This Treatment Option Right For You?
Though hysterectomy surgery was once common practice for women with fibroids, today there are many different options. However, depending on the severity of the fibroids and fibroid-related symptoms, some women may still opt to have a hysterectomy. Therefore, today let’s dive deeper into this surgical procedure, and cover the different types of hysterectomies, as well […]
The Four Types of Fibroids
Fibroids are diagnosed by type, based on their position within the uterine wall, and are typically divided into four categories. These categories are: Subserosal fibroids Submucous fibroids Intramural fibroids Pedunculated fibroids Though these names may be somewhat challenging to pronounce, they are fortunately fairly easy to explain. Let’s start with Subserosal Fibroids. Subserosal Fibroids are […]