Food and Fibroids
We cannot say with certainty why fibroids occur. Some studies hold family genetics, age and ethnic origin accountable, while others suspect women’s estrogen levels play a lead role in the development of fibroids.
Do I have Fibroids
Unless you have symptoms, you probably won’t know that you have uterine fibroids. If your primary care physician suspects fibroids, they’ll usually carry out a pelvic examination to look for any obvious signs. One of the main tests carried out to diagnose fibroids are painless and effective scans such as an ultrasound or MRI.
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Fibroids and Anemia
Fibroids and Anemia Are Connected:
Heavy or excessive bleeding means a woman suffering from fibroids will also lose large quantities of iron and hemoglobin, causing a depletion of oxygen in her body, which leads to iron-deficiency anemia. People who are anemic experience fatigue, dizziness, confusion, and an overall sense of weakness.
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Intimacy after UFE
Libido is adversely affected by fibroids, which are in turn affected by hormones within a woman’s body, especially estrogen and progesterone. Fibroids tend to grow faster during a woman’s reproductive years when hormone levels are at their peak.
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Preparing For Your Appointment
Being prepared is key to having an effective consultation. If you bring all of the information about your fibroids, including the imaging studies, you will be providing the interventional radiologist with, ideally, all of the information needed to make a decision about UFE.
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Women And Health Care During COVID-19
A large share of women have gone without health care services during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly women in fair or poor health.
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Menstruation and Fibroids
Around one in three women develop fibroids before age 50. They are harmless about 99 percent of the time, but don’t ignore them. The complications they cause, like clotting and excessive bleeding, can lead to secondary issues like muscle weakness and fatigue.
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Fibroids? Essential Items For Holiday Travel
When it comes to alleviating holiday travel-related stress, having the right supplies with you can make a world of difference. That said, preparing for fibroids and air travel can be challenging, especially since you are only allowed to bring a small carryon bag with you.
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Gifts For Someone With Fibroids
Here are some holiday gift ideas for yourself or the fibroid sufferer in your life.
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The Holidays And Fibroids
If you are suffering from painful, uncomfortable, or inconvenient fibroid symptoms like heavy bleeding, severe cramps, frequent urination, and low energy, and you add yet another level of stress to the equation… There’s little doubt that dealing with fibroids and making holiday plans are physically and emotionally draining.
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