If you suffer from painful, heavy periods that interfere with your everyday activities, an underlying menstrual condition could be to blame. Two of the most common causes of significant pain and excessive bleeding are fibroids and adenomyosis. Keep reading to…
In today’s digital age, the first destination many people make when looking into their health is their smartphone or computer. With so many channels of information to choose from, it’s tempting to follow a trail of hashtags or search terms…
Period pain is common during women’s monthly menstrual cycles. In particular, cramping can leave some women bedridden and others struggling to get through the day. Are you are a woman who typically gets menstrual cramps? If so, you’re probably familiar with…
Fibroids can affect organs beyond your uterus. Learn about the impact fibroids can have on various parts of your body. Fibroid impact on other organs Fibroid symptoms can be as varied as the women who suffer from them. They may include…
Knowing what a hysterectomy could mean for your future emotional and physical health (and whether you need a hysterectomy at all) is essential before undergoing the procedure. Up to 600,000 women undergo a hysterectomy (the surgical removal of the uterus…
Could you have adenomysosis? Painful periods can be caused by many different conditions – including uterine fibroids. However, there are other potential causes. And if your monthly cycle pain interferes with your daily activities, you may be able to get…
Self-esteem is affected by many factors — and one of them is having uterine fibroids. Fibroids cause more than just pain — they can also have a negative impact on a woman’s quality of life. Lower self-esteem, negative body image, anxieties and…
Periods can vary Occasionally, a woman’s menstrual cycle will be heavier or lighter than usual. When this happens, you should look at your health, diet, and other changes in your life and body. These may help determine what might be…
Women who wait to treat their uterine fibroids end up with larger fibroids than when they were first diagnosed.
Fibroid size can affect your fibroid symptoms. Fibroids are very diverse. There are different types of fibroids, and women can have anywhere from one to many of them. Fibroid size can also vary, ranging from the size of an apple…