Every woman’s body is different. There are all kinds of heights, shapes, hair colors, and shoe sizes. Menstrual cycles are no different. What seems normal for one woman could be completely out of the ordinary for another. While some women have light periods and others are naturally heavier, there are times when heavy periods become
Humans have an innate relationship with the sun. Ancient civilizations worshipped it. Our 365-day calendar was created around it. And when bare skin is exposed to its ultra violet rays, the human body produces an essential nutrient—vitamin D. Decades of studies have shown how vitamin D receptors are found in almost every cell of the
You may not think about it this way, but every month, your period is sending you signals. They may be signals that your body is healthy, and everything is as it should be—but the signals may also show that something is wrong. Find out what your period may be telling you with this flowchart. No
You’ve been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, and you’ve been given one option: hysterectomy. Thirty years ago, this scenario would be a common nightmare turned reality for women suffering with fibroid-related symptoms. Fortunately, other minimally invasive treatment options have emerged. Uterine fibroid embolization () is one such option. Since introduced within the US in 1997 as
Being diagnosed with uterine fibroids may be overwhelming. But fortunately, you have options—and lots of them. From pharmaceutical treatments to surgery, and less-invasive options in between, a woman has much to choose from. NON-INVASIVE TREATMENT OPTIONS Pharmaceutical Treatment Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (), like ibuprofen, can reduce menstrual flow by 25-30 percent and lessen cramping.1 Hormonal
As you’re considering how to treat your uterine fibroids, you probably want to know the details of all the different options: how to prepare, what to expect during the procedure, and how recovery will be. With uterine fibroid embolization (), it’s no different. You know the pros and cons, but you want to learn more,
In the craziness that everyday life can become, it’s easy to forget how much we’ve been blessed. The reality is, no matter what you’re going through, how busy you are, or how difficult things get, you can always find something to be grateful for. Keep these ten quotes in mind next time you start feeling
Uterine fibroids are hormone-sensitive growths that develop in the uterine wall. And although noncancerous, a common concern for women with fibroids is whether they’re at risk for other hormone-responsive conditions like breast cancer. A study published in Cancer Causes & Control showed that while having a history of uterine fibroids was unrelated to developing breast
Anywhere from 20-40% of women over the age of 35 may be affected by uterine fibroids—noncancerous tumors that grow on or in the muscle wall of the uterus. With so many women affected, you may wonder if you’re one of them. Although there is no definite cause for uterine fibroids, there are some factors that
Uterine fibroid embolization () is a proven fibroid treatment alternative to having a hysterectomy. It isn’t drastic surgery but a less invasive treatment that can preserve your uterus and decrease painful fibroid-related symptoms. The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recognizes UFE as a viable fibroid treatment option. However, as with any medical procedure,
