Even though around 30% of all women will get fibroids by the age of 35 and 70% to 80% of women will have fibroids by the age of 50, uterine fibroid research gets very little funding in the United States. The NIH only began including women’s health research funding in 1993, before the National Institutes…
Read MoreNehawa was diagnosed with fibroids in June 2019. She experienced a long list of symptoms including heavy menstrual bleeding, irregular cycles, menstrual periods that lasted longer than a week, frequent urination, difficultly during urination, constipation, bloating, always looking pregnant, pain in the pelvic area, swollen feet, hormonal changes, hot flashes and more. Watch her story…
Read MoreUterine fibroids are one of the most under-researched health conditions, yet they affect nearly 26 million women in the U.S. Thankfully, more people are realizing this enormous disparity and are looking to make a difference. Researchers at the Michigan State University Grand Rapids Research Centers have come together with the Van Andel Institute and Spectrum…
Read MoreWhether you’ve experiencing painful, heavy periods or have just been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, choosing the right treatment for you can be stressful. Your doctor may have given you pamphlets on hysterectomy or myomectomy, but what if you’re scared about undergoing surgery? Like with any surgery, there are many risks involved with going under the…
Read MoreYou’re sitting at your gynecologist appointment listening to your physician explain the numerous different kinds of IUDs, which stands for intrauterine devices. It can be extremely overwhelming choosing the right IUD for your body especially when some IUDs there are many benefits and side effects to decipher. And if you already have an IUD, you…
Read MoreWe had the opportunity to speak with D.C. Councilwoman At-Large, Christina Henderson, about the importance of providing curriculum in schools about potential women’s health issues like uterine fibroids. Councilwoman Henderson is passionate about advocating for issues that impact families and children. She has promoted increased health education in schools where reproductive health topics have been…
Read MoreDespite the fact that close to one-third of all women and 50 percent of women over the age of 50 are currently affected by pelvic floor muscle dysfunction (PFMD), people are given very little information about this common disorder. Both men and women can be affected by this condition and many people experience pelvic floor…
Read MoreYou’re at the grocery store and you zone out staring at the shelves stocked full of period products trying to choose the right out for you. If you regularly deal with a heavy flow, you may be weary of choosing tampons as your “go-to”. Doctors often recommend pads for heavy periods, because they have the…
Read MoreYou’re in bed scrolling on Instagram, wishing there was a healthy way to lose some weight. You see your friends sharing their meal plans and documenting results on keto, paleo, #MeatlessMondays, whole 30, and intermittent fasting, but it’s hard to know which is the best fit for your body. With all the trendy diet options…
Read MoreWhether you are trying to get pregnant or already are, it’s important to understand what to expect on your journey if you are also living with uterine fibroids. When you’re pregnant, the last thing you want to worry about are potential complications during labor; however, it’s important to know how your fibroids will affect your…
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