Due to the way in which they can alter the normal ‘environment’ of the womb, in some cases, larger fibroids may increase the risk of complications. With that said, most women will experience NO EFFECTS whatsoever from fibroids during pregnancy. If you have been diagnosed and fear fibroids are affecting your baby’s wellbeing, visit […]
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Don’t miss Dr Gary Sudwarts live this Monday with Aubrey Masango! They’ll be chatting fibroids, adenomyosis, as well as the latest advances in treatment that do not require surgery. Tune in from 8pm! 🌸
#PregnancyAwarenessWeek is here! 🌸 This week is all about sharing tips and insights for future moms, for a safe pregnancy and healthy motherhood. And if you have any questions relating to pregnancy and fibroids, we can guide you in the right direction 💐
February has arrived and we’ve got reproductive health on our mind 🤰🏿Over the past few years, we’ve seen many healthy and successful pregnancies post UFE 😊 That’s why this month we’ll be chatting to radio stations, holding another free live webinar, and answering your questions online to educate more women with fibroids on the non-invasive, […]
According to recent studies, a daily dose of vitamin D can significantly inhibit the growth of uterine fibroids and even contribute to overall shrinkage 🙌 Although vitamin D can’t completely eliminate fibroids, it can assist with symptom relief while you explore more permanent treatment options such as UFE 🙏 If you’ve been diagnosed and would […]
Q: How long does a Uterine Fibroid Embolisation take? ⏰ A: The actual procedure time is about 20 mins. But due to anesthetic and post-operative recovery, the entire process will take about an hour from the time you are admitted until you are able to leave theatre 🙌 If you’ve been diagnosed and would like […]
While many women may develop uterine fibroids, there are several factors that can put you at a higher risk. These include: 👉 Age (most common in women of 30 – 40 years old) 👉 Family history of fibroids 👉 Race (being of African descent) 👉 A diet high in red meat 👉 Vitamin D deficiency […]
Meet our in-house diagnostic radiographer, Calvin Nel 😁 Although he has been with our practice for many years, he has officially joined our team full time 🙌 As a diagnostic radiographer, Calvin is responsible for creating the X-ray images used to perform your procedure, and for ensuring everyone’s safety when it comes to radiation exposure […]
To determine if your fallopian tubes are blocked, your doctor may suggest a laparoscopy or a hysterosalpingogram (HSG). During an HSG examination, a special ‘dye’ called contrast is injected into the uterus by a small catheter through the cervix. X-rays are then taken to confirm if there are any blockages. If the dye flows freely […]
Wishing you all a healthy, rejuvenated and prosperous 2022✨ Our Specialist Radiologists are looking forward to getting back to theatre next week 🏥🙌 If you’ve been diagnosed and would like to learn more about permanent, non-invasive treatment for fibroids, please visit our website www.fibroids.co.za or send us a message online 🌸