What are
Uterine Fibroids?
Upon first hearing the word “fibroids”, also known as leiomyomas or simply myomas, it might seem a little scary. The “official” definition is, “a mass of cells that form in a round shape, usually found in the wall of the uterus”. Fibroids develop in pre-menopausal women. Between 70% – 80% of women of childbearing age develop them at some point in their lives.
Upon first hearing the word “fibroids”, also known as leiomyomas or simply myomas, it might seem a little scary. The “official” definition is…
How can untreated UF impact my health?
How can untreated UF impact my health?
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Women Talking Fibroids
Building a healthy community, one woman at a time.
Think of how you felt when you were first diagnosed with uterine fibroids. This moment, along with all the moments lost to painful symptoms, are experiences that only other women suffering with UF can understand. Sharing your story will help provide comfort to other women looking to better understand UF, while also building a community of women to look to for support whenever you need it.
Think of how you felt when you were first diagnosed with uterine fibroids. This moment, along with all the moments lost to painful symptoms, are experiences that only other women suffering with UF can understand.
We are committed to creating a community of women who feel empowered to share their stories as means of dealing with the impact uterine fibroids can have on daily life. Who better to learn from than real women sharing their struggles and solutions? Join us to stay informed and get support.
Improving lives. Together.
Who better to learn from than real women sharing their personal experiences with uterine fibroids?
We are committed to creating a community of women who feel empowered to share their stories as means of dealing with the impact uterine fibroids can have on daily life. Who better to learn from than real women sharing their struggles and solutions? Join us to stay informed and get support.
“I learned that a level of acceptance and being understanding of yourself is important. You should not feel guilty if UF symptoms prevent you from doing certain things. But I did learn that being proactive with your own care by doing research and asking your doctor specific questions related to your UF is very important, as well.”
Stories
like yours
Here, it’s always personal.
Jasmine, 33
Jasmine’s brother is ten years her senior. It took a decade for her mother to get pregnant again, due to fertility issues caused by fibroids. Jasmine’s entry to the world was quickly followed by her mother’s hysterectomy, in her attempt to live a better life, being rid of uterine fibroids once and for all.
Stories like yours
Here, it’s always personal.
Jasmine’s brother is ten years her senior. It took a decade for her mother to get pregnant again, due to fertility issues caused by fibroids. Jasmine’s entry to the world was quickly followed by her mother’s hysterectomy, in her attempt to live a better life, being rid of uterine fibroids once and for all.
Our tips
... to help you take care of your health.
Learning that your own needs are important is the first step to feeling better. Some tips to help navigate these needs may come in handy.
Our tips
... to help you take care of your health.
