This has been a struggle since 2017, with me experiencing the worst periods imaginable. The fibroid put me at risk of severe iron deficiency. This is a disease that African American women need to take seriously. I never realized how many of my friends had undergone fibroid removal until I prepared for my surgery on May 25, 2021. As I write this testimony, I am recovering at home a week after my myomectomy. The fibroid, once the size of a lime, had grown to the size of a softball.
I received Depo-Provera injections every three months, with months of interruptions due to backorders. This led to excruciatingly painful periods with significant blood loss. I was apprehensive about the surgery, initially scheduled for May 12, 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic made me uncertain. Now that the fibroid is removed, I feel a renewed sense of confidence. Before the surgery, I was often saddened because people frequently assumed I was pregnant due to the size of the fibroid. Overall, this surgery has given me a new beginning, allowing me to prioritize my self-care. Be blessed.
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