Fibroid Blog

A defining hallmark of Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month, observed each year in July, is to draw attention to this highly underfunded and under-discussed condition. Simply put, healthcare professionals, legislators, and…

Going on vacation with her family should be exciting. For the most part, Trudy* has been looking forward to their long-awaited trip to a beach resort. Yet she can’t help…

Texas Fibroid Awareness Month Events! One of the most prevalent medical conditions affecting women is uterine fibroids. Significant pelvic pain, frequent urination, anemia, miscarriages, infertility, and excessive bleeding are among…

We often encounter women who ask if they can still get pregnant despite a uterine fibroid diagnosis. They also wonder what might happen to their fertility if they choose Uterine…

While there is still so much to learn about fibroids and how to increase education and awareness efforts globally, it’s safe to say that more women than ever realize how…

Like many women Tiffanie* is constantly on the go. Whether she is working her way through a long list of appointments, getting a mountain of to-dos done at work, running…

Joelle* has suffered from her fibroid symptoms long enough and has decided to take action. That said, she would prefer to pursue the least invasive option possible. Sure, surgical procedures…

It is only natural for women to experience stress when they have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids. Perhaps these feelings are familiar to you, too? If you’ve been suffering for…

DALLAS, TEXAS: Fibroid Institute Texas welcomes Dallas fibroid doctor Cathryn Shaw, MD to its growing team of specialists. Fibroid Institute providers are dedicated to championing fibroid awareness and education efforts…

Robbie* and her doctor knew that at some point her fibroids would be too uncomfortable and require a form of intervention. While she had options for fibroid removal—namely a hysterectomy…

Women with life-interrupting fibroid tumors can be presented with a variety of medical treatments ranging from medication and fibroid surgery to non-surgical options like uterine fibroid embolization (UFE). This is…

As Tracey* sat on the couch recovering from yet another long week of heavy menstrual bleeding, lower back pain, and fatigue, she could not help but feel guilty over how…

It’s not that Lydia* has been content with her fibroids diagnosis and the symptoms that seemingly multiply each month. Quite the contrary—her life has increasingly been interrupted by heavy bleeding,…

Tara* admits she felt overwhelmed when her doctor confirmed that she had uterine fibroids. It is true that these non-cancerous tumors in the uterus were not life-threatening and could be…

If you suffer from painful fibroids, there’s no doubt this was a challenging year for you. Sure, some days are always going to be better than others. However, dealing with…

Tanya* said her fibroid journey wasn’t unlike many women. Her menstrual cycles consistently lasted nearly three weeks each time. Her periods included intense cramping, bloating, and the ever-present mental, physical, and emotional…

Over the years, much has been learned about uterine fibroids, including the various types, symptoms, who are most at risk, treatment options, and the steps women can take to limit their…

Our very own Danny Chan, MD, MBA took some time between cases to share more about the dedicated man behind the scrubs that our patients have come to trust with…

Fibroids, or uterine leiomyomas, are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. They are a common condition, particularly among women of childbearing age, with studies estimating that up…

One in four women endure painful or bothersome symptoms from uterine fibroids at some point in their lives. At Fibroid Institute Texas, we know how hard it is to live…

When diagnosed with uncomfortable uterine fibroids, many women are told by their doctors that the best, and perhaps only, option for their situation is fibroid removal with surgery. After all,…