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Fibroid Removal Surgery: Alternatives to Hysterectomy

A Kinder Path to Healing For decades, a hysterectomy - complete removal of the uterus - has been the go-to solution for women suffering from uterine fibroids, particularly when symptoms become unmanageable. However, medicine is evolving, and with it, so are patient...

Your Complete Guide to Fibroid Removal Surgery

Surgical and Non-Surgical Options Explained Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas or myomas, are benign (noncancerous) tumours that develop in or on the uterus. Affecting up to 70% of women by age 50, fibroids vary in size - from as small as a seed to as large...

Is Uterine Fibroid Removal Possible Without Surgery?

For many women, the discovery of uterine fibroids can feel overwhelming, bringing concerns about health, symptoms, and treatment options. While surgery has traditionally been the go-to solution, advancements in medical science have paved the way for non-surgical...

What role do the fallopian tubes play in conception?

Sep 16, 2022 | Fallopian Tubes, Women in White

Healthy fallopian tubes are key to a successful pregnancy as they form the passageway for the female’s eggs to travel to the uterus 🌸 Despite their importance, many women do not realise their fallopian tubes are blocked until they are struggling to...

Hysterectomy vs UFE

Sep 14, 2022 | fibroids treatment, fibroids, Uterine Fibroid Embolisation, Women in White

One life-altering, the other life-enhancing – here’s how a hysterectomy and UFE treatment differ 👀 If you’ve been diagnosed with fibroids and would like to learn more about permanent, non-invasive UFE treatment, please visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or send us a...

How are blocked fallopian tubes diagnosed?

Sep 8, 2022 | Fallopian Tubes, Women in White

If your doctor suspects your fallopian tubes are blocked, they may suggest a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) examination. During this test, a special ‘dye’ called contrast is injected into the uterus by a small catheter through the cervix. An X-ray outlining the uterus is...

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