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Free From Fibroids Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

This organization is dedicated to help eradicate the healthcare disparity that exists with the treatment of women that suffer with uterine fibroids.

04/07/2024

The sub-endometrium is typically less than 1 cm thick or less than the width of a finger. When the sub-endometrium exceeds 1.2 cm, it is due to a condition called adenomyosis. This is often accompanied by cystic changes in the sub-endometrium which are easily seen on a magnetic resonance imaging exam of the pelvis but often misdiagnosed on ultrasound imaging. That is why MRI makes it the gold standard for imaging fibroids or adenomyosis.

While the uterine enlargement from significant adenomyosis is often appreciated on pelvic ultrasound, the thickening of the sub-endometrium and cystic changes are often missed. Not uncommonly, the patient’s adenomyosis is not recognized or mistakenly diagnosed as uterine fibroids.

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04/03/2024

🌸 Feminine hygiene pads
Most often, pads are made of cotton, synthetic materials, plastic, and [often] some chemicals and bleach. Although today there are options made of organic materials: high-quality cotton and pulp from renewable wood, whitened with hydrogen peroxide instead of chlorine. It all comes down to carefully reading the fine print on the package.Pads are considered uncomfortable by many women but they still remain a popular option for heavy periods.

🌸 Tampons
Tampons are another popular feminine hygiene product. If the bleeding is excessive, tampons are not an option due to leaking or expulsion of the tampon For lighter bleeding, leaks are minimal (if any), the product does not come into contact with air; therefore, less bacteria and unpleasant odor. However, many gynecologists do not recommend to use tampons on an ongoing basis.

🌸 Menstrual cups
A menstrual cup is a silicone or latex flexible bell-shaped container. The cup does not absorb discharge, but only keeps it inside.

Rinse the cup thoroughly with boiling water before each use. Wash your hands, fold the cup in half to insert it, and carefully relax the muscles of the pelvis; place the cup as you do with a tampon. The bent cup should open fully in the va**na. Unlike tampons, the cup is located in the lower part of the va**na, and thanks to a convenient “tail”, you will have no problems removing it.

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03/31/2024

1. Heavy monthly periods
Regular and often prolonged menstruation. Fibroids that are located close to the uterine lining are responsible for the heavy periods. This heavy menstrual bleeding is often accompanied by large blood clots (larger than a quarter) and pain.

2. Pelvic pain and pressure
The pelvic pain associated with fibroids is usually all across the pelvis but can be worse on one side if there is an accompanying dominant (i.e. larger than the other fibroids) fibroid on that same side.

3. Enlarged abdomen
Numerous or large fibroids growing inside the uterus can cause an increase in the size of the abdomen without a large increase in body weight. This uterine enlargement is often described as a similar size enlargement due to pregnancy.

4. Enlarged uterus
Two of the most common causes of an enlarged uterus are uterine fibroids and adenomyosis. Women who have fibroids have been mistakenly believed to be pregnant because of this enlargement.

5. Frequent need to urinate
The constant feeling of a full bladder, frequent trips to the bathroom, and even multiple times at night can occur because of uterine fibroids. The bladder is located in front of the uterus, therefore, anterior fibroids are responsible for the increased urinary frequency.

6. Constipation and bloating
Fibroids can cause constipation both directly and indirectly. The uterus lies directly in front of the distal end of the colon (i.e. rectosigmoid region). Fibroids that develop in the back of the uterus can press on the colon from the outside and can cause significant constipation.

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03/11/2024

When you are at your most vulnerable and having an intimate moment the last thing you want to be worried about is va**nal bleeding after s*x. Research shows that over 60% of postmenopausal women experience bleeding after s*x and around 10% of pre-menopausal women bleed during or after having s*x.

You may become worried and ask yourself “Is bleeding after s*x normal?” Bleeding during or after s*x can happen for a variety of reasons, and it may be nothing to be concerned about or it may warrant a trip to your OB-GYN.

Postcoital bleeding (PCB) is the medical term for a condition where a woman experiences va**nal spotting or bleeding after s*xual in*******se. The condition can manifest with or without pain. Often, the cause is something that can be easily addressed, but, in rare cases, the underlying cause can be serious.

A small amount of spotting once in a while is normally nothing to worry about, but if it occurs on a regular basis then you should make an appointment with your OB-GYN to rule out any serious conditions.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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02/27/2024

Generally, a woman’s abdomen is soft, but fibroids are usually hard as rocks and this difference may be felt when a woman tries to figure out why she is “poochy”. Many women are diagnosed with fibroids at their routine OB-GYN appointment during their pelvic exam because the doctor can feel these hard fibroids.

Before her appointment, she may have thought that she was experiencing bloating and a protruding abdomen due to the normal progression of aging or lack of physical exercise. A bloated lower pelvic area may be the first sign of fibroids and unfortunately, no amount of targeted exercises can address bloating that is caused by fibroids.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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02/23/2024

Although we do not know exactly how fibroids occur, experts have discovered that they are sensitive to estrogen. Pregnant women often experience the rapid growth of existing fibroids in the first trimester of their pregnancy due to the surge of estrogen in their systems during this time.

Obese women are more susceptible to fibroids primarily because excess fat promotes excess estrogen production. Many processed foods, meats, health, beauty, and personal care products contain ingredients that closely mimic natural estrogen. When entering our systems it interferes with our estrogen receptors and can result in a wide range of women’s health issues such as cancers and abnormal growths like uterine fibroids.
Understanding the link between estrogen and fibroid growth is important if you are trying to keep them from growing. The takeaway here is that avoiding sources of artificial and unnecessary excess estrogen exposure can help keep fibroids from growing larger.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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02/16/2024

Fibroids can disrupt the normal hormonal balance in the uterus, leading to various changes in the menstrual cycle. Depending on their size, location, and number, fibroids can cause a range of symptoms, including heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, frequent urination, and changes in the pattern of menstrual bleeding.

One symptom that some women with fibroids may experience is discharge before their period. This discharge can vary in color, consistency, and amount. Some women experience a watery discharge before their period that is clear or cloudy, and it may be accompanied by a mild odor. The discharge may be a result of the fibroids interfering with the normal menstrual flow.

Fibroids can cause an increase in the surface area of the uterus, which may result in more endometrial tissue being shed during menstruation. This increased shedding of the endometrial lining can lead to the release of more cervical mucus or what may seem like a lot of discharge before their period. Additionally, the discharge might be a result of va**nal secretions increasing due to the inflammation that fibroids cause.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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02/13/2024

The uterus resembles the shape of a pear and sits under the p***c bone measuring about 3” long x 2” wide. After reverting post-pregnancy, the uterus can be slightly larger but only by a few centimeters.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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02/09/2024

Fibroids are most common in women who are in their mid to late reproductive years, typically between the ages of 35 and 45; however, fibroids can be seen at any age once a woman reaches adulthood. Research has shown that for most women, fertility begins to decline after age 35, and by age 45, it is highly unlikely to become pregnant naturally. For the majority of women with symptomatic fibroids, once they reach menopause, these fibroids are typically no longer an issue for the woman. Menopause is the point at which a woman’s menstrual periods have stopped for 12 consecutive months, indicating the end of her reproductive years.
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After menopause, the production of estrogen in the body decreases significantly. Since fibroids rely on estrogen to grow, they typically shrink or disappear after menopause.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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02/06/2024

If you are experiencing an enlarging abdomen and weight gain despite all efforts, you may have uterine fibroids.
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Even women who exercise frequently will notice this “stubborn area” that continues to make their belly big no matter how much exercise she does. People may even ask them, “When is the baby due?” which is obviously embarrassing for all concerned.
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As the belly enlarges due to increasing fibroid growth, there is often added weight gain and possibly stomach deformation. This is particularly discouraging to the woman who is eating right and exercising.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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02/02/2024

Abnormal bleeding can be a result of a women’s health issue or it can be a normal side effect of contraception or other medication. Experiencing breakthrough bleeding between periods is most often considered abnormal and should be explored further to determine a cause.
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It is often helpful to keep a diary or use a menstrual phone app of your monthly cycle including the days of unusual or unexpected bleeding, how long the bleeding lasts, the amount of bleeding, any associated pain, as this can help your doctor create a treatment plan.
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Apart from bleeding between periods and heavy prolonged menstrual bleeding, there are some common “bulk” symptoms (exs. pelvic pain/pressure/bloating, increased urinary frequency/nocturia) that are associated with fibroids and if one or more of these shows up in your diary along with the abnormal va**nal bleeding it may point to uterine fibroids as the cause.

🔹For more information on Free From Fibroids, The Fibroid Coalition, or to support S. 2444/H.R. 2007, please visit our website at ➡️𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴
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