04/17/24

Systematic Review of Research Investigates Fibroids and Natural Fertility

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 that grow in the uterus. While they often cause no…

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National Infertility Awareness
04/17/24

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…

Menstrual blood testing
03/11/24

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…

Vitamin D Levels
03/11/24

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…

03/07/24

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…

Fibroid News Update
02/02/24

New Hope for Uterine Fibroid…

Uterine fibroids are a common and often painful condition affecting nearly eight in ten women at some point in their lives. While typically not life-threatening, these noncancerous tumors can cause heavy bleeding, intense pain, and even infertility. Traditionally, hormone therapy…

01/16/24

My UFE Journey with Fibroids

Imagine living life on the edge of a precipice, each day a fight against debilitating fatigue and the constant threat of painful fibroid symptoms? Tashoryia Swain talked with Fibroid Fighters about how she reclaimed her life, after undergoing a successful…