Fibroid Relief News

Focused Ultrasound…Insure IT Already!!!

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Wendy

When I was told by our agent, while we were in the process of  purchasing a new health  insurance plan (8 yrs. ago), that my pre-existing condition (a fibroid) would prohibit me from being reimbursed for a hysterectomy, I laughed … Continue reading →

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In MD We Trust

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Erin

One of the most surprising aspects of my personal experience with fibroids has been the lack of education in the medical community about treatment options, coupled with the failure of many OB/GYNs to inform their patients of all the treatment … Continue reading →

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Take The Reins…You Are In Charge

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Wendy

Confession time: I have a guilty pleasure that I act on every single day. I gleefully consume (with unbridled relish) word after luscious word in the buffet-style-of-articles that the New York Times spreads before me…every single day. Ah, sweet life. … Continue reading →

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Infertility and Fibroids…Yet Another Symptom

Posted on March 25, 2010 by Wendy

“Human reproduction is an inefficient process. On average, only one in five meetings of sperm and egg result in a fertilized egg with pregnancy potential. So therefore normal is abnormal.” This was a quote that Dr. Howard W. Jones gave during … Continue reading →

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Spring Is Here! Time To…Dust!!

Posted on March 19, 2010 by Wendy

The term “dust bunny” sounds so darn cute! So very innocent!  Spying one of these little fuzzy furry fellows scampering by, projected elf-like through the air and provoked by the slightest indoor wind current, is kind of adorably funny…right!? Well think again, as these … Continue reading →

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A Bloody Catastrophe!

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Erin

No symptom of my fibroid has been or is more upsetting to me than the massive loss of blood I suffered as a result.  In the last four years blood has caused me to change my entire lifestyle in preparation … Continue reading →

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New Study on the effectiveness of Focused Ultrasound in treating Uterine Fibroids

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Jade

A study done at the Mayo Clinic was released today at the Society of Interventional Radiology’s 35th Annual Scientific Meeting in Tampa, FL. The study showed that out of 119 patients that were treated with Focused Ultrasound, 97% reported improvement … Continue reading →

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Register for the Los Angeles Event

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Fibroid Relief

You’re Invited to join us for a Fibroid Relief At Last event to learn about Uterine Fibroids, treatment options, and one woman’s struggle with fibroids and her journey to health. Speakers will include uterine fibroid experts. This event is open … Continue reading →

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Globesity Is A Weighty Problem…Fibroids Included!!

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Wendy

Now that the Oscar applause has simmered down, we really need to talk. Admittedly, I did not see the Oscars ~~ nor do I watch much of the tellie, at all ~~ but the wonderful world-wide-web had all of the … Continue reading →

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A New Perspective

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Erin

“I just wanted to let you know that Dr. Oz is doing an episode on fibroids today, so be sure to record it!”  I cringed at the message my oh-so-helpful mother left on my voicemail last Friday, as I was … Continue reading →

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