Uterine fibroids are surprisingly common — up to 75% of us will have at least one of the benign growths by our 50th birthday. And while they’re not cancerous, fibroids can cause abdominal pain, ...

Fibroids are a common occurrence among Black women. So common, in fact, that 90% of us will develop them at some point in our lives. However, we can recognize them and make the necessary lifestyle ...

Potentially perimenopausal women who took relugolix combination therapy for uterine fibroids and heavy menstrual bleeding experienced significant reductions in menstrual bleeding and fibroid-related ...

Women with fibroids and endometriosis facing the possibility of hysterectomy may now choose less invasive treatment options to preserve fertility, according to Yale professor Aydin Arici, M.D., who ...

Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD Key Takeaways Submucosal fibroids are benign tumors that can cause heavy menstrual ...

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that can cause bleeding, cramping, swelling and miscarriage. Farai Chideya talks to gynecologist Hilda Hutcherson about diagnosing and treating uterine ...

Think menopause only brings hot flashes and discomfort? Emerging research reveals that a growing number of women report being as happy as ever, with surprising physical and emotional benefits many ...

Entering menopause isn't exactly fun. Hormonal shifts cause a number of uncomfortable symptoms as your body adjusts to this next phase of life. Hot flashes, mood changes and vaginal dryness are common ...

CHICAGO, Il. - Six months ago, Angela Lamondi struggled to walk her dog, Max. A four-inch uterine fibroid was causing pain, excessive bleeding and was putting pressure on her bladder. She was given ...

As women age, the realities of menopause begin to manifest and can take their toll on those who are unprepared. In fact, a 2024 study revealed that women about to enter menopause are 40% more likely ...