A fibroid is a mass of muscle tissue, typically noncancerous, that develops within the wall of the uterus. READ MORE
Fibroids
Fibroids
Comic: Annie Has Anemia
Annie wants to know why she suddenly wants to eat some unusual things. Is anemia from fibroids the culprit? Let’s find out.
How Fibroids Impact the Whole Person
Uterine fibroids are common and they can affect your quality of life
Q&A: A Patient’s Perspective on Experiencing Uterine Health Conditions
HealthyWomen spoke with Heather Guidone about her experience being diagnosed with a uterine health condition
How Fibroids Can Affect Your Fertility
Fibroids can cause infertility in some people. Here’s how to know if you might have them and how they’re treated.
Q&A: A Healthcare Provider’s Perspective on Diagnosing Uterine Health Conditions
HealthyWomen spoke with Mary Jane Minkin, M.D., about why uterine health conditions are so hard for healthcare providers to diagnose, and what patients can do to help
Health Insurance 101: How to Choose Health Insurance When You Have Fibroids
If you have uterine fibroids, these are the 9 questions you need to ask when choosing health insurance
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¿Es tu período menstrual normal o podría ser un síntoma de algo más?
What’s Normal When It Comes to Menstrual Bleeding?
Is your heavy period normal, or could it be a symptom of something else?
Why Access to Contraception Matters for Women of All Ages
Contraceptives help with many health concerns beyond pregnancy prevention, yet millions of women struggle to access them
How Health Inequities Put Women of Color and Rural Women at Risk
Improving health outcomes requires addressing health inequities among socially disadvantaged groups
Living with Fibroids Videos
Watch these videos to learn more on how to evaluate, manage and talk with your HCP about fibroids
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