Fact Friday: What is the likeliness of recurrence post UFE?

Fibroids are much less likely to recur after UFE than after surgery. This is because the particles reach all of the fibroids present in the uterus, even tiny nodules that may be too small to spot, are treated during the procedure.Β  If you’d like to learn more about permanent, non-invasive treatment for fibroids, contact us […]

International Nurses Day

Happy International Nurses Day! πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈπŸ‘¨β€βš•οΈTo the nurses and healthcare workers on the frontline – WE SALUTE YOU ❀️

Motivational Monday

β€œThe world is going through a period of crisis, but whether we look at it as a crisis or as an opportunity to reshape our thinking, depends on us. So use this period as a lesson on how to live life with a concern for all of humankind.” – Abhijit Naskar   Some #MondayMotivation to […]

Fact Friday: When is treatment necessary for fibroids?

Uterine fibroids usually need treatment when symptoms become so severe that they start to affect your daily activities and quality of life. Warning signs can include: πŸ‘‰ Anemia from bleeding πŸ‘‰ Ongoing lower back pain or pressure in the lower belly πŸ‘‰ Trouble getting pregnant πŸ‘‰ Problems during pregnancy πŸ‘‰ Problems with the urinary tract […]

Fact Friday

Did you know fibroid symptoms can vary for different patients around the world? Here are some sneaky signs of fibroids, every woman should know:   πŸ‘‰ Heavy, prolonged periods πŸ‘‰ Passing clots during menstruation πŸ‘‰ Increasingly painful periods πŸ‘‰ Enlarged abdomen with pressure symptoms on the bladder (frequent urination) or bowel (constipation and bloating) πŸ‘‰ […]

Fact Friday

We know the symptoms of fibroids can fall into a spectrum of mild to moderate, or even severe discomfort. Today we’re talking about the latter; and when to seek urgent care during lockdown:   🚨 Prolonged, continuous or worsening heavy menstruation causing dizziness, severe fatigue, fainting or shortness of breath. 🚨 If you are changing […]

Testimonial Tuesday

Thank you Zaahid, for sharing your UFE experience with us. If you’re interested in learning more about permanent, non-invasive treatment for fibroids, please visit our website πŸ‘‰ www.fibroids.co.za

Coping with delayed Fibroid surgery

We know that many elective procedures must be postponed as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. If delays have affected your treatment date, we’ve created some steps to help manage milder symptoms at home:   🌸 Try to eat foods high in iron to fight anaemia 🌸 Try to exercise or at least stretch daily […]