Uterine fibroids
Many things can interfere with a woman’s health and wellness, including uterine fibroids. Stress, environmental factors, and nutrition can worsen symptoms. Understanding your body’s unique needs can restore balance and improve your quality of life.
What Are Uterine Fibroids?
Uterine fibroids, or leiomyomas, are small growths within the uterus. They are usually non-cancerous and can develop at the start of the reproductive years. These fibroids can vary in size and number.
Fibroids in the uterus are common among many women. Approximately 20%- 70% of women have uterine fibroids, but not all women experience symptoms. The duration and severity of symptoms depend on their location.
Uterine Fibroids Can Affect Your Well-Being
Although most fibroids are harmless and don’t trigger symptoms, they can affect your health and wellness. They can grow within the uterine wall, outside, or the uterine cavity. Depending on their location, fibroids can trigger heavy bleeding and pelvic pain.
Fibroid growth patterns can change or even disappear. Genetics and hormone changes can cause uterine fibroids. Women with underlying medical issues, like metabolic syndrome, may also deal with fibroids.
Holistic Therapy Can Restore Balance
Most uterine fibroids are harmless and go unnoticed. However, they can cause pain for some women as they intensify bleeding or cause pregnancy loss. If left untreated, they can alter the quality of life.
Holistic therapy is an effective and natural way to relieve symptoms and restore balance to the body. Dr. Karen Threlkel is passionate about restoring balance in mind, body, and spirit so women can embrace better health. She customizes treatment plans that address your unique health concerns and improve your well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do Uterine Fibroids Affect My Health?
Uterine fibroids can develop anytime during a woman’s reproductive years. While they may go unnoticed, they can disrupt balance. Some women experience pelvic pain and pressure during or before their period. They may also look or feel bloated as a result of the inflammation. Excessive bleeding during or between periods can maximize discomfort and interfere with well-being.
Do I Have Uterine Fibroids?
The best way to diagnose uterine fibroids is through a pelvic exam or ultrasound. While every woman experiences different symptoms, specific symptoms are a red flag. Constipation, heavy and frequent bleeding, pelvic pressure, and painful sex are common signs of fibroids.
Will Holistic Therapy Help Me Recover?
Natural treatments can help you manage symptoms of uterine fibroids. Dr. Threlkel combines natural therapies with other treatment methods to help optimize your health and wellness. A customized plan that includes nutrition, stress management, supplements, and other therapies can help.
