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Want to avoid the hormonal swings associated with traditional fibroid surgeries? Look to UFE! Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a non-surgical procedure that cuts off the blood supply to the fibroids. The procedure does not include the ovaries in the process, which means that the ovaries are often not affected by the procedure. There are ... Read more
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Does a fibroid equal cancer? Read on to learn the relationship between the two and how fibroids can be treated successfully. A rapid increase in fibroid size has been thought to be associated with malignancy (sarcoma). Fortunately, this does not seem to be the case. Leiomyosarcoma, the malignancy that sounds similar to fibroids (leiomyomata), is ... Read more
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Symptomatic fibroids have traditionally been treated with a hysterectomy or myomectomy, both invasive, surgical procedures with long recovery times. A normal hysterectomy or myomectomy, with no complications, can cost up to $42,619 according to a recent article published in the American Journal of Gynecologists (AJOG). In addition, it is a huge cost that 40% of ... Read more
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You’re experiencing fibroid symptoms and Valentines Day is just around the corner. In the spirit of love, apply some of that good ‘ol tender love and care on your body and treat your fibroids . Click inside to find out how you can restore your health in time for the big day and get your ... Read more
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Some interesting, funny and spontaneous video interviews we did at a recent big health fair. We wanted to share them in honor of upcoming Fibroid Awareness Week. On April 2, at the KJLH Women’s Health Forum, the Fibroid Treatment Collective set out to discover the most intriguing answers to “What is a Fibroid?” (see below) ... Read more
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Feel like you are gaining weight? Fibroids might be the problem. Click inside to see how the two might intertwine. Ever since I found out I have fibroids, I feel like I have gained weight. Do my fibroids cause me to gain weight? Fibroids can range from the size of a walnut to the size ... Read more
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A calcified uterine fibroid develops when a normal uterine fibroid shrinks and becomes hardened. Learn more about calcified fibroids, the symptoms associated with these types of fibroids and the treatment options available. Fibroid Tumor Basics A uterine fibroid is a common benign tumor that often grows in the uterus of a woman during her childbearing years. These ... Read more
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Find out about up-to-date information on what’s happening in the the Fibroid Health Community! On November 22-23, 2010 research health professionals of all fields, including those in medicine, epidemiology, basic research, and therapeutics, will come together at the William H. Natcher Conference Center National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland to exchange scientific information among ... Read more
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Find out about what current research has to say about the affect of birth control pills on fibroids. The answer to this question is unknown. Research has shown that there may be an association between birth control pills, or BC, and fibroids; however, this link has yet to be proven. There is no real evidence ... Read more
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Have you been diagnosed with a pedunculated fibroid and want to learn more it? Learn about what differentiates this type of fibroid from the others along with some common symptoms. My doctor told me that I have an 8cm long, 4cm tall, 6cm wide fibroid. What’s really crazy about this growth is that it isn’t ... Read more
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Many women that suffer from fibroids may notice that other female members in their family may share the same issue. Read inside to see why genetics may be a predictor of whether or not a woman is prone to fibroids. My mother had a complete hysterectomy at 45 because of fibroids. My sister that is ... Read more