Study Finds Radiofrequency Ablation Offers Similar Pregnancy Outcomes as Myomectomy
Women with uterine fibroids who are considering treatment to preserve their fertility may be happy to learn about a new option. A recent study published in Obstetrics & Gynecology found that radiofrequency ablation, a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat to shrink fibroids, offers pregnancy outcomes similar to myomectomy, a…
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Supporting Fibroid Awareness Week
This year during Fibroid Awareness Week, Fibroid Fighters is geared to empowering women with knowledge about uterine fibroids, a prevalent yet often misdiagnosed and overlooked health concern. Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths within the uterus. While some women experience minimal…
Systematic Review of Research Investigates…
In a study published in the scientific journal Diagnostics, researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to explore the relationship between fibroids and natural fertility. Let’s delve into the findings: The Effects of Fibroids on Natural Fertility: Still a Question Mark Fibroids are common benign tumors…
National Infertility Awareness Week
Trying to conceive can be a challenging journey for millions. This week, Fibroid Fighters joins the fight to raise awareness about infertility, especially the impact fibroids can have on conception. Infertility affects millions in the US, with age impacting conception…
FDA Approves Menstrual Blood Health…
A major development in women's health technology occurred in January 2024, when the FDA approved the Q-Pad and its A1c test. This marks the first-ever FDA-cleared menstrual blood health test. The Q-Pad is a specially designed menstrual pad containing a…
Study Links Vitamin D Levels…
While fibroids and endometriosis are separate conditions, they can sometimes co-occur in the same woman. Studies have shown that women with one condition have an increased risk of developing the other. The reasons for this aren't entirely clear, but they…
How Common Are Fibroids?
Fibroids are surprisingly common, affecting up to 80% of women at some point in their lives. While some women experience no symptoms, others may face challenges managing fibroid-related symptoms. The risk of developing fibroids increases with age, with the highest…