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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...

Happy Heritage Day

Set 24, 2022 | Adenomyosis, Fallopian Tubes, fibroids treatment, fibroids, Uterine Fibroid Embolisation, Women in White

Happy Heritage Day, South Africa! Today we celebrate the rich culture and diversity of our rainbow nation 🇿🇦

How long does it take for fibroids to shrink post UFE?

Set 24, 2022 | fibroids treatment, fibroids, Uterine Fibroid Embolisation, Women in White

Once UFE treatment is complete you can expect significant or total relief from fibroid-related symptoms from your first period, and within 2-3 months your lower abdomen will noticeably start to shrink along with your fibroids 🙌 However, just like each patient, each...

FAQ: Can UFE be performed on cysts?

Set 21, 2022 | fibroids treatment, fibroids, Uterine Fibroid Embolisation, Women in White

The short answer is, nope ❌While ovarian cysts and uterine fibroids share many of the same symptoms, they are not the same thing and therefore require different treatments. Here’s why: Ovarian Cysts 👉 Form on the ovaries, as well as many other areas of the body, and...

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