About Uterine Fibroids
About Uterine Fibroids
Rather than scour the internet for different resources on UF, you can find all the latest information in one place to help you better understand every aspect of the disease. Our posts cover a variety of topics, so you can get and stay in the know about living with fibroids.
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March 30, 2022
How can untreated UF impact my health?
If you suspect you might have UF or have received a diagnosis, it may be tempting to ignore them and...
March 30, 2022
How can untreated UF impact my health?
If you suspect you might have UF or have received a diagnosis, it may be tempting to ignore them and hope they go away on their own. However, if left untreated, fibroids will continue to grow in size and number which can intensify existing symptoms and lead to more severe symptoms that you may not have experienced in the beginning. The sooner you start treatment for your fibroids, the better you will feel in the long run. One symptom of untreated fibroids is cramping and intense lower back and abdomen...
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March 30, 2022
Why “Me Time” is a necessity?
Work, family, continuing or professional education, housekeeping, grocery shopping, social obligations, bureaucracy… they’re all necessary parts of life. Reality is time-consuming. Things need to happen. Tasks and people need to be taken care of and stuff need to get done. And yes, even today, over a decade into the 21st century, the bulk of these responsibilities are still falling to women. On top of all that, for those with any medical condition, uterine fibroids included, staying on top of health care is another inescapable, time consuming entry on that list....
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Sometimes it feels like your uterine fibroids control your life. They control what clothing you wear (to cover up your...
Sometimes it feels like your uterine fibroids control your life. They control what clothing you wear (to cover up your bloated stomach or avoid leaks from heavy periods); they control what you do (can you manage the party or are you in too much pain?); they control where you go (if there’s no public restroom on the way, you’d better avoid that route). Fibroids - or their unwanted symptoms - are treatable, and significant treatment advances have been made in the past twenty years alone. The treatment you choose should...
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March 30, 2022
Healthy ways to pamper yourself during PMS and your period
Ugh, blah, blech. It’s that week of the month when you wish you could disappear off the face of the planet and not have to interact with anyone… including yourself. Getting your period is no fun – especially if you have to deal with heavy bleeding and manage lots of pain. Make yourself feel a little better by giving yourself a treat. But not a calorie-and-fat-laden treat which you’ll come to regret later. These eight treats are great for your body and spirit. Get a facial It’s hard to feel beautiful...
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Living with a chronic health condition such as uterine fibroids can really challenge your overall well-being. Fortunately, there are ways...
Living with a chronic health condition such as uterine fibroids can really challenge your overall well-being. Fortunately, there are ways to boost your day-to-day functioning. Paying close attention to maintaining a high level of nutrition can even help get you through some of the heavy bleeding that is often one of the more difficult symptoms of fibroids. Eating for Energy Iron If your energy is low, make sure your iron levels are sufficient, but on top of that, making some dietary changes can make you more energetic, too. Breakfast The...
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March 23, 2022
Is sex a pain? It might be the fault of uterine fibroids
Uterine fibroids don’t just impact you as an individual; they can also impact your intimate relationships. Physical Pain The technical term for pain during sex is “dyspareunia.” There are two types of dyspareunia: superficial and deep. Superficial dyspareunia is pain at the lips, opening or lower part of the vagina. Pain is immediate, and usually ceases once intercourse stops. Possible causes are vaginal dryness, scar tissue from childbirth, swelling of vaginal glands, vaginismus (involuntary contraction of vaginal muscles upon contact), vulvodynia (hypersensitivity of vulva tissue) or lichen sclerosus (a scarring...
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Many women experiencing infertility challenges face loneliness, feelings of being exposed or invaded, and some, especially after trying multiple methods...
Many women experiencing infertility challenges face loneliness, feelings of being exposed or invaded, and some, especially after trying multiple methods without success, wrestle with increasing anger and frustration. “Why me?” “Why us?” “Why can’t my body function as it should?” The medical and emotional turmoil can become entirely intruding, clouding all spheres of life. But when you are armed with as much knowledge as possible, it’s easier and more intuitive to take control of your medical choices, therefore creating a sense of efficacy. You can’t control your health, but certainly,...
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March 23, 2022
European Menstrual Policy
Since we champion women’s health issues globally, we would like to share this breaking news recently published by the European Institute of Women’s Health (EIWH) concerning policies about menstruation in Europe. EIWH has brought to light, in their most recent report, the prevalent menstrual taboo that still affects women in Western societies. Indeed, worldwide, the secrecy and shame which still surrounds menstruation adversely affect many women, both in the workplace and in their healthcare. When topics like heavy bleeding and pain cannot be mentioned, women miss out. They miss days...
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March 23, 2022
Empowerment toward proper health-based self-care
When it comes down to it, the first and foremost advocate for your health must be you. As women, we...
March 23, 2022
Empowerment toward proper health-based self-care
When it comes down to it, the first and foremost advocate for your health must be you. As women, we often get bogged down with multiple responsibilities, either self-inflicted or imposed, and end up neglecting our own health. Symptoms of fibroids can be pushed aside for years, which is a shame, as uterine fibroids can really cramp your style. Why is Getting Medical Attention for Uterine Fibroids so Important? As the symptoms of fibroids are almost always not life threatening, many women defer seeking treatment. This delay in dealing with...
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March 23, 2022
Discovering uterine fibroids through awareness of your body’s rhythms
“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” - Jim Rohn As the one and only resident of your body, it’s up to you to take care of it - and to be aware of it. Everyone’s body is different, and what can be normal for one person could be an issue that needs attention for someone else. One of the areas where you need that awareness is surrounding your menstrual cycle. How much do you bleed? How long do you bleed? Do you experience...
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March 23, 2022
How uterine fibroids impact your fertility
Uterine fibroids can often - embarrassingly - make you look and feel like you’re pregnant. The bloated stomach, the need...
March 23, 2022
How uterine fibroids impact your fertility
Uterine fibroids can often - embarrassingly - make you look and feel like you’re pregnant. The bloated stomach, the need to go to the bathroom every five minutes, the constipation… ugh. Most importantly how does it affect your fertility? But if you want to be pregnant - really pregnant - your fibroids might give you cause for concern: Can they prevent you from getting pregnant? Can they interfere with your ability to carry a healthy baby to term? They’re uncomfortable, troubling questions for a woman who desires a family. Let’s...
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March 23, 2022
Choosing the right uterine fibroid treatment: factors to consider
Sometimes uterine fibroids are a minor inconvenience. A heavy period. Some stomach pain here and there. But sometimes fibroids can interfere with the enjoyment of and the ability to handle everyday life and activities. Work. Leisure. Spending time with friends and family. It’s all overshadowed by the pain or discomfort that the fibroids cause. It’s usually at that point that you may start looking into treatments, so that you can get your life back. There are many different treatment options available, however: how do you choose the right one for...
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