I had a Uterine Fibroid Embolization at age 49. BEST procedure ever. It was done by an Interventional radiologist the day after my consult with him. I was awake under local sedation. Out of the hospital in one day. This should really be tried before an invasive and irreversible hysterectomy or painful myomectomy This procedure can also be done again in the future as problems arise. I haven’t had a single issue or period since. You MUST discuss this option with your gynecologist to refer you to the Interventionial radiologist. Fight for this option. It’s a low risk, highly effective procedure for fibroids. You’ll need an MRI to find out exactly where they are and if you’re a candidate for this. I was anemic, had more than a few blood transfusions , not to mention my poor quality of life due to the pain/ constant extremely heavy bleeding. This is such an important subject for literally half of the population and it needs it’s due coverage, education and course of action. Good Luck ladies ✨🌺
I'm a man with friends that have PCOS, fibroids, and endometriosis. These diagnoses pull on emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health. I don't have the answers, but I'm listening. Men cannot regulate a woman's body 🤷🏾♂️.
I also agree a lot w/ your 2nd sentence as well coming from a female POV, ugh being a woman can be so exhausting especially when our bodies have no choice but to give us a horrible disease.😭😭😭 Referring to myself w/ being young & managing PCOS for the last couple years of my life.
She is so right! You are not presented with all the options. After a decade of treatments and procedures,UAE gave me my life back. We need more discussions about this.
I had these and didn’t know it. Not until I asked for a hysterectomy were they discovered. I was suffering from heavy bleeding, migraines and anemia. The best thing I ever did was to have a hysterectomy. It made all the difference in how I felt.
Me too at 29 I had a sonogram and discovered it. At 31, I had a myomectomy and then at 41 a hysterectomy so kids were an afterthought. I didn't want periods anymore.
This is a most important topic that needs awareness. I suffered for 4.5 yrs with Uterine Bleeding. The first 2 yrs. my PCP did nothing and the GYN thought it was funny my uterus was big. I felt less of a person from the humiliation. I searched for and went to various docs only to be where I still am with Fibroids and no relief. I was given Provera by my PCP after 2 yrs of suffering and going to another ER. That doc made her give me the meds. Insurance is another factor to consider as well.
This one is tricky! My fibroids were growing quickly. My provider told me that a hysterectomy was the option. My uterus was as large as a 20 week pregnancy. This changed my whole life. No more bleeding and pain and he kept the ovaries intact to keep hormones going which was important for me. I was 42 and was done having kids. After this surgery I felt a lot better and was able to lose weight also.
Not to mention, there should be a conversation regarding what perimenopause and menopause look like after a hysterectomy. Additionally it wasn’t mentioned but I know women who have been effectively treated with progesterone therapy
Oh yes. 💯 After suffering from fibroids over twenty years, I had a uterine artery embolization (uae). Had one glorious pain free year and then all my symptoms returned. I had a myomectomy last December. The heavy bleeding and pain is done. Hallelujah! Perimenopause started in January. I didn't even know that was a thing. My friend who had gone through menopause called it. I'm so thankful for girlfriends who talk openly about these things.
@@maryjs4878 was that your experience? I’ve heard so many women say even with their ovaries, blood supplies to the ovaries were diminished lowering their hormones after their uterus was removed. Perimenopause and menopause is when hormones decline rapidly. I’ve also read Dr. Lisa Mosconi’s recent research which finds hysterectomies, even when the ovaries are not taken, increase a woman’s risk of Alzheimer’s Dementia.
Try to heal your body through your diet first. My heavy bleeding from fibroids stopped once I started to eat brussel sprouts which helps to block bad/high estrogen which can cause fibroids. I was totally shocked that this one vegetable helped heal my body when the medications that were prescribed did not- tranamexic acid didn't work and low dose birth control pills didn't work. I was bleeding for 2 months and the brussel sprouts put my hormones back in balance by lowering my estrogen.
Thank you CBS. I had no idea of these other options for fibroid removal! There are many women, in my life, who have pain and month long periods who were often given the first option of hysterectomy. Please revisit this subject again so many more women can learn their options cause clearly they ain’t learning from their doctor.
I had a wonderful provider who put every option on the table for me when I was diagnosed with fibroids. We went from least invasive to most invasive (hysterectomy). I tried everything before I decided that hysterectomy was the best option for me. I had a laparoscopic procedure and was discharged in 12 hours. I felt so cared for by my doctor, he made me feel like we were on the same team and that he was my advocate. No regrets.
I had a laparoscopic myomectomy, I too always thought the cramps and heavy bleeding were part of the problem until I had an ultrasound and found out about my fibroids. Hopefully they don’t return or if they do incredibly slowly 🤞🏼
My fibroids caused me to have have heavy bleeding and anemia for years. I discovered an article that talked about if you suffer from this, you need to take Silica and Vitamin K (K1 & K2) to get your blood back in balance. I took these and within a few days, my heavy bleeding stopped and I never suffered with anemia again. Vitamin K1 helps colagulate the blood. This info changed my life! I wish doctors knew about these types of remedies and took them seriously.
About to schedule an appointment with my doctor now because I think I have fibroids which every woman in my family has had. And then I see this article.
I got turned away every time I went to the ER FOR excessive bleeding. My longest cycle 4+ years of nonstop excessive bleeding. Couldn't even stand up and the ER Won't touch it, no matter how much blood you've lost or how many tumors have passed from your body while the blood just keeps coming
Most physicians want you to get a hysterectomy or myomectomy. The other less invasive and painless options are barely mentioned. I’m currently dealing with that now, and due to no insurance coverage I can’t get it done. 🤦🏾♀️
Embolisation of the fibroids is a great option. The myomectomy can lead to hysterectomy if they go in and there is too much bleeding or too many fibroids or too large fibroids. Herbs is another way to go if you catch them early and change in diet. I know someone who went on raw foods only for 3 months and the body healed itself and all fibroids were gone but I don't think I can go raw for 3 months lol
Hysterectomy: if they take your ovaries you will go into early menopause, no babies Ufe: blocks blood supply to fibroids by putting plastic in the main artery to the uterus, difficult to have babies because you are cutting off the fetus blood supply Myomectamy: go in and remove each fibroid, might miss some if they are tiny, eventually fibroids grow back
0:03 women should have a consultation with their OBGYN. A knowledgeable doctor would request an ultrasound. Women should also ask for options based on their age. In 2019 my doc performed the ACESSA procedure which worked well considering I was nearing menopause.
They didn’t discuss the fact that if you have a hysterectomy…you go into early menopause. You’d have to have high estrogen supplements to avoid wrinkles and other ailments. Proceed with caution. Let hysterectomy be the last option.
@@dancemaniac3868I was almost going to say the exact same thing. I was researching things about hysterectomies just to be informed & educated even though I’m thankful not to deal w/ this yet since I’m only in my late 20’s RN.
There are 2 types of hysterectomies partial and total. Removal of the uterus prevents the bleeding but your estrogen production remains until menopause.
I had the Acessa procedure but my doctor was shocked that it didn’t work as well as it had for others. I had several myomectomy surgeries over the years to try and preserve my fertility. I just had a hysterectomy ( I kept my ovaries). My uterus was the size of a 5 month pregnancy. I had incontinence issues because of the size of my fibroids against my bladder and was in constant pain. I don’t as put on tranxemic acid aka txa to reduce blood clots from passing and lessen my blood flow during my heavy periods. I did have burn marks from the Acessa procedure as well as the laparoscopic hysterectomy but I feel so much better. I’m sad about not being able to get pregnant but my quality of life is so much better. Each woman is different. I don’t regret any of the procedures and I had amazing OB GYNs.
@@kateg1579 thank you for your honest and open reply. It seems like a lot of people in my area do not know or have not heard of it. So, I have gotten mixed responses about it
It’s due to the toxic tampons/pads we have to use. Btw, why do women have to pay for tampons/pads? We don't get to choose our sex at birth, but we have to pay for these essential items to manage a natural process. Why isn't this issue talked about more? And maybe it's time to have more women involved in these conversations. Just a thought.
@@cassball7Absolutely! I was actually referring to cervical issues, in general, especially infertility, which is a major concern today. I strongly believe it’s all connected to the toxic chemicals in the tampons, pads, tp, etc. that we have to rely on daily. It's frustrating that we need these items to have a quality of life, but we still have to pay for them, & they’re bad for our health & have been since they were invented. It sucks.
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Such an important topic. So many women go through this and it's nice that CBS Mornings is sharing information to educate women on their options.
I had a Uterine Fibroid Embolization at age 49. BEST procedure ever. It was done by an Interventional radiologist the day after my consult with him. I was awake under local sedation. Out of the hospital in one day. This should really be tried before an invasive and irreversible hysterectomy or painful myomectomy This procedure can also be done again in the future as problems arise. I haven’t had a single issue or period since. You MUST discuss this option with your gynecologist to refer you to the Interventionial radiologist. Fight for this option. It’s a low risk, highly effective procedure for fibroids. You’ll need an MRI to find out exactly where they are and if you’re a candidate for this. I was anemic, had more than a few blood transfusions , not to mention my poor quality of life due to the pain/ constant extremely heavy bleeding.
This is such an important subject for literally half of the population and it needs it’s due coverage, education and course of action. Good Luck ladies ✨🌺
I also had the same thing, but the fibroid tumors can calcify. So, it's something to be aware of. Glad yours worked out for you.
I'm a man with friends that have PCOS, fibroids, and endometriosis. These diagnoses pull on emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health. I don't have the answers, but I'm listening. Men cannot regulate a woman's body 🤷🏾♂️.
I also agree a lot w/ your 2nd sentence as well coming from a female POV, ugh being a woman can be so exhausting especially when our bodies have no choice but to give us a horrible disease.😭😭😭 Referring to myself w/ being young & managing PCOS for the last couple years of my life.
Thank you!🙏🏽🙌🏽
She is so right! You are not presented with all the options. After a decade of treatments and procedures,UAE gave me my life back. We need more discussions about this.
I had these and didn’t know it. Not until I asked for a hysterectomy were they discovered. I was suffering from heavy bleeding, migraines and anemia. The best thing I ever did was to have a hysterectomy. It made all the difference in how I felt.
Me too at 29 I had a sonogram and discovered it. At 31, I had a myomectomy and then at 41 a hysterectomy so kids were an afterthought. I didn't want periods anymore.
@@darlenegoodwin That was definitely one of the benefits-no more periods and the heavy bleeding was a real nuisance.
@@marytheresejacksonlutz2533 oh yeah 👍
This is a most important topic that needs awareness. I suffered for 4.5 yrs with Uterine Bleeding. The first 2 yrs. my PCP did nothing and the GYN thought it was funny my uterus was big. I felt less of a person from the humiliation. I searched for and went to various docs only to be where I still am with Fibroids and no relief. I was given Provera by my PCP after 2 yrs of suffering and going to another ER. That doc made her give me the meds. Insurance is another factor to consider as well.
This one is tricky! My fibroids were growing quickly. My provider told me that a hysterectomy was the option. My uterus was as large as a 20 week pregnancy. This changed my whole life. No more bleeding and pain and he kept the ovaries intact to keep hormones going which was important for me. I was 42 and was done having kids. After this surgery I felt a lot better and was able to lose weight also.
Our stories are almost the same, except I decided on a hysterectomy. And it changed my life for the better!
Not to mention, there should be a conversation regarding what perimenopause and menopause look like after a hysterectomy. Additionally it wasn’t mentioned but I know women who have been effectively treated with progesterone therapy
Oh yes. 💯 After suffering from fibroids over twenty years, I had a uterine artery embolization (uae). Had one glorious pain free year and then all my symptoms returned. I had a myomectomy last December. The heavy bleeding and pain is done. Hallelujah! Perimenopause started in January. I didn't even know that was a thing. My friend who had gone through menopause called it. I'm so thankful for girlfriends who talk openly about these things.
If... you remove the uterus, you're not gonna get into perimenopause and menopause. The reason why is, because the ovaries are still intact.
@@maryjs4878 was that your experience? I’ve heard so many women say even with their ovaries, blood supplies to the ovaries were diminished lowering their hormones after their uterus was removed. Perimenopause and menopause is when hormones decline rapidly. I’ve also read Dr. Lisa Mosconi’s recent research which finds hysterectomies, even when the ovaries are not taken, increase a woman’s risk of Alzheimer’s Dementia.
Try to heal your body through your diet first. My heavy bleeding from fibroids stopped once I started to eat brussel sprouts which helps to block bad/high estrogen which can cause fibroids. I was totally shocked that this one vegetable helped heal my body when the medications that were prescribed did not- tranamexic acid didn't work and low dose birth control pills didn't work. I was bleeding for 2 months and the brussel sprouts put my hormones back in balance by lowering my estrogen.
Thank you CBS. I had no idea of these other options for fibroid removal! There are many women, in my life, who have pain and month long periods who were often given the first option of hysterectomy. Please revisit this subject again so many more women can learn their options cause clearly they ain’t learning from their doctor.
I had a wonderful provider who put every option on the table for me when I was diagnosed with fibroids. We went from least invasive to most invasive (hysterectomy). I tried everything before I decided that hysterectomy was the best option for me. I had a laparoscopic procedure and was discharged in 12 hours. I felt so cared for by my doctor, he made me feel like we were on the same team and that he was my advocate. No regrets.
I had a laparoscopic myomectomy, I too always thought the cramps and heavy bleeding were part of the problem until I had an ultrasound and found out about my fibroids. Hopefully they don’t return or if they do incredibly slowly 🤞🏼
My fibroids caused me to have have heavy bleeding and anemia for years. I discovered an article that talked about if you suffer from this, you need to take Silica and Vitamin K (K1 & K2) to get your blood back in balance. I took these and within a few days, my heavy bleeding stopped and I never suffered with anemia again. Vitamin K1 helps colagulate the blood. This info changed my life! I wish doctors knew about these types of remedies and took them seriously.
About to schedule an appointment with my doctor now because I think I have fibroids which every woman in my family has had. And then I see this article.
Good information. I had a uterine ablation after having heavy bleeding and anemia.
The UAE didn't work and it was painful. I had it done at a good hospital but that was back in 2008
I got turned away every time I went to the ER FOR excessive bleeding. My longest cycle 4+ years of nonstop excessive bleeding. Couldn't even stand up and the ER Won't touch it, no matter how much blood you've lost or how many tumors have passed from your body while the blood just keeps coming
Give diet changes a try! You may be able to heal yourself. Don’t give up.
I bleed for one month and then my I had to have them removed. It’s been so much better after that! I hope you get the help you need.
Wonderful and important info. NYU Hospital helped me so much with cutting edge info when I had mine!
I had the UFE and an ablation of my uterus. I am now in the phase of my life where my cycle is leaving. Those fibroids were not nice.
Most physicians want you to get a hysterectomy or myomectomy. The other less invasive and painless options are barely mentioned. I’m currently dealing with that now, and due to no insurance coverage I can’t get it done. 🤦🏾♀️
Why you didn't mention, about
Laparoscopic fibroid removal?
Dr. Shirazian removed my fibroids. She is a wonderful & very intelligent doctor. ❤
i suffer . i live in Texas and i cant find anyone willing to help me. im tired of suffering
Embolisation of the fibroids is a great option. The myomectomy can lead to hysterectomy if they go in and there is too much bleeding or too many fibroids or too large fibroids. Herbs is another way to go if you catch them early and change in diet. I know someone who went on raw foods only for 3 months and the body healed itself and all fibroids were gone but I don't think I can go raw for 3 months lol
I didn't know about this til today.
Hysterectomy: if they take your ovaries you will go into early menopause, no babies
Ufe: blocks blood supply to fibroids by putting plastic in the main artery to the uterus, difficult to have babies because you are cutting off the fetus blood supply
Myomectamy: go in and remove each fibroid, might miss some if they are tiny, eventually fibroids grow back
Having a hysterectomy was the best decision ever for me!
0:03 women should have a consultation with their OBGYN. A knowledgeable doctor would request an ultrasound. Women should also ask for options based on their age. In 2019 my doc performed the ACESSA procedure which worked well considering I was nearing menopause.
I had a Myomectomey in my 20's it only helped a few years. Now no dr wants to diagnose me for endometriosis for treatment
Do you live in NYC? I know great docs there.
I had fibroid for years and a hysterectomy
Iodine deficiency could be involved. See videos by Dr Ken Berry, Dr Eric Berg, or Dr David Brownstein
They didn’t discuss the fact that if you have a hysterectomy…you go into early menopause. You’d have to have high estrogen supplements to avoid wrinkles and other ailments. Proceed with caution. Let hysterectomy be the last option.
Not if the ovaries are left on the body.
@@dancemaniac3868I was almost going to say the exact same thing. I was researching things about hysterectomies just to be informed & educated even though I’m thankful not to deal w/ this yet since I’m only in my late 20’s RN.
There are 2 types of hysterectomies partial and total. Removal of the uterus prevents the bleeding but your estrogen production remains until menopause.
@@dancemaniac3868Correct.
I have heard about this procedure called Accessa from my doctor. Has anybody had it? How was the outcome for you?
I had the Acessa procedure but my doctor was shocked that it didn’t work as well as it had for others. I had several myomectomy surgeries over the years to try and preserve my fertility. I just had a hysterectomy ( I kept my ovaries). My uterus was the size of a 5 month pregnancy. I had incontinence issues because of the size of my fibroids against my bladder and was in constant pain. I don’t as put on tranxemic acid aka txa to reduce blood clots from passing and lessen my blood flow during my heavy periods. I did have burn marks from the Acessa procedure as well as the laparoscopic hysterectomy but I feel so much better. I’m sad about not being able to get pregnant but my quality of life is so much better. Each woman is different. I don’t regret any of the procedures and I had amazing OB GYNs.
@@kateg1579 thank you for your honest and open reply. It seems like a lot of people in my area do not know or have not heard of it. So, I have gotten mixed responses about it
It’s due to the toxic tampons/pads we have to use. Btw, why do women have to pay for tampons/pads? We don't get to choose our sex at birth, but we have to pay for these essential items to manage a natural process. Why isn't this issue talked about more? And maybe it's time to have more women involved in these conversations. Just a thought.
It could also be genetic. My grandmother and aunts suffered from fibroid. They were born in a time and place without toxic pads & tampons.
@@cassball7Absolutely! I was actually referring to cervical issues, in general, especially infertility, which is a major concern today. I strongly believe it’s all connected to the toxic chemicals in the tampons, pads, tp, etc. that we have to rely on daily. It's frustrating that we need these items to have a quality of life, but we still have to pay for them, & they’re bad for our health & have been since they were invented. It sucks.
@@b-dub6865 I agree with your point. I strongly believe environmental factors are playing a role in many disease states!
yes they always offer a hysterectomy
Phhuk! Her vocal fry is off the charts 🙉🙉🙉
Google patent for serrapeptase and endometriosis.
unless ur 45 dont do ablation!
Please say more about your comment. Your experience could save many women from an unnecessary procedure!
Absolutely nuisance