A Guide for National Fibroid Awareness Month by NVP Experts
Really Need a Hysterectomy?
April 25, 2023 Discover the Benefits of Uterine Artery Embolization as an Alternative to Hysterectomy Uterine artery embolization (UAE) is a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment for uterine fibroids, offering relief for women who are seeking an alternative to hysterectomy. This breakthrough procedure has proven to be highly effective in reducing…
Myfembree Versus UFE?
July 27, 2022 What Is Myfembree? Myfembree is a prescription hormonal medication that is taken daily to manage heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine leiomyomas (fibroids) in premenopausal women. What Is Uterine Fibroid Embolization? Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a non-surgical outpatient procedure that blocks blood flow to fibroids without…
Got Fibroids and Hair Loss?
July 15, 2022 Uterine Fibroids Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus and are associated with many symptoms. Symptoms may include heavy bleeding, pelvic pain/pressure, problems with urination, constipation, and back pain. Who Is at Risk? Uterine fibroids are much more common in people of African descent and…
Pregnancy & Uterine Fibroids
July 6, 2022 Do uterine fibroids contribute to my inability to get pregnant? There are many reasons for infertility as there are many steps from ovulation, to egg transit, to conception, to implantation, etc. Some of the many factors that can lead to infertility or miscarriage are uterine fibroids and…
Uterine Fibroids Myths Dispelled
March 21, 2022 What’s the Story with Uterine Fibroids? Uterine fibroids are common benign tumors that can cause pain, heavy bleeding during menstruation, and infertility. There are many causes of uterine fibroids, including genetics and reproductive history. Here are some common myths and truths about this condition. Uterine Fibroids Myths…
Uterine Fibroids: The Why, What, and How
February 9, 2022 Why do you have uterine fibroids? There are many different causes of uterine fibroids, with the most common cause being hormones. Uterine fibroids can also be caused by genetics, age, changes in hormone levels (pregnancy or menopause), certain medications, and even stress. There are three grades of…