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Women’s Day

Today we celebrate the strength and resilience of the women of our country. Happy Women’s Day South Africa! ⭐💛

Cape Town & Johannesburg, our operating dates are confirmed!

Cape Town & Johannesburg, our operating dates are confirmed! The Microsurgery will be performing treatments at Life Fourways on the 2nd and 16th of August, as well as Netcare Parklane on the 8th, 14th and 15th 🌸 We will also be at Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial on the 8th. If you’ve been diagnosed and would […]

FAQ: Who is Most Likely to get Fibroids?

  Q: Who’s is most likely to get fibroids? A: Various factors can impact the formation of fibroids but here are the higher risk scenarios 👇 ✅ Women aged 30 to 40, but they can occur at any age. ✅ Family history of fibroids ✅ African decent ✅ A diet of red meat ✅ Vitamin […]

Symptoms of Fibroids

Uterine fibroids are generally asymptomatic, but can in some cases lead to a number of symptoms including 👇 🌷Abdominal discomfort and bloating 🌷Constipation 🌷Urinary frequency and retention issues 🌷Painful periods 🌷Pain during sexual intercourse 🌷Back ache 🌷Heavy periods 🌷Fertility issues Show you care by sharing this post with the women in your life, who might […]

FAQ: How Do I Test For Fibroids?

The early signs of fibroids can often be detected during a routine pelvic exam, however they are most commonly diagnosed via 👇 🌸 Ultrasound Exams 🌸 Hysteroscopy 🌸 Laparoscopy 🌸 Sonohysterography 🌸 Hysterosalpingography If you or someone you know has been diagnosed and would like to undergo permanent, non-invasive treatment for fibroids,please visit our contact […]

Rave Review

Thank you Fiona for this wonderful testimony 💛We hope Fibroids Awareness month inspires many more in our community to seek treatment and relief from fibroids 🌸      

FAQ: What are the causes of fibroids?

Q: What are the most common causes of fibroids? A: There is no one major cause but these are some common factors👇 🌻 Genetics: When fibroids tend to run in families 🌻 Hormones: Fibroids sometimes grow in response to hormones like estrogen and progesterone. 🌻 Age: Fibroids are most common in the 30-40 age bracket, […]

FAQ: Are Fibroids Dangerous?

If left untreated, certain fibroids can grow larger and increase in number, causing further discomfort and challenges to quality of life. If you’ve been diagnosed and are considering permanent, non-invasive treatment, please visit our contact page or drop us a message online ✨  

80% Statistic

DYK more than 80% of women with African ancestry over the age of 50 are diagnosed with fibroids? Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a permanent, non-invasive treatment through a small incision in the wrist. Using X-ray guidance, a catheter is directed to the arteries supplying blood to the fibroids. Tiny particles are injected to block […]