Fibroids are common enough among women but if you have them, you’re likely wondering about the impact on your reproductive health. Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that can grow anywhere on the uterus; they are typically found on the uterine wall. They affect between 20-40% of women of childbearing age. …
Women’s pelvic health conditions often share similar symptoms, making it hard to know exactly what’s wrong. Fibroids and cysts are one example. They are both common conditions of the female reproductive tract. They have related symptoms but different causes, treatment, and potential complications.1 To further confuse matters, fibroids are sometimes …
When women are diagnosed with pelvic floor disorders, one of their first questions is often about any impacts on their reproductive health. Fibroids are a very common condition for women, with implications for their reproductive health. Here’s what you need to know. Understanding Fibroids Fibroids are benign, non-cancerous tumours in …
It’s totally understandable if you hear the word ‘fibroid’ and silently freak out a little bit. Growths certainly sound scary, especially when they are on your reproductive organs. Thankfully, fibroids are usually benign – but that doesn’t mean they can’t cause problems, or that you shouldn’t want to treat them. …
Learning that you may have polyps or fibroids can feel a little scary. Unknown growths tend to take our minds to the worst possible scenarios. We hope to dispel some of the unknowns around these uterine growths to empower you and offer reassurance through knowledge. Polyps and fibroids are similar …
