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18. How to Navigate Fibroids: My Myomectomy Surgery Tips
70% of women of child bearing age will develop fibroids. And even more alarming: 80% of Black Women of child bearing age will develop fibroids. So, since July is Fibroids awareness month, I'm taking this time to do a deep dive on the issue.
I want to challenge you to listen to this episode even if you don't think fibroids are a problem for you. Because the reality is, you or someone you know will definitely face this challenge. If you're a repeat listener, you may know that I'm intimately aware of all things fibroids.
After getting tested for PCOS in 2021, my doctor found fibroids. But honestly, the response was flippant and I didn't understand the severity of the issue until I began the egg freezing process. By that time, my fibroids had reached the point where they were obstructing access to my eggs and would have impeded fertility without surgery.
So Today, We're Diving Into:
- What I wish I knew when I originally got diagnosed
- How to find the right surgeon for you
- All of my tips for navigating the Myeometctomy process
- What I'm doing to prevent my fibroids from coming back
Here are the links I mention in the epi:
- Episode 5: My egg freezing journey
- Questions to ask your surgeon
- My Amazon storefront of what to buy for your myomectomy
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