Fibroid Blog

Robbie* and her doctor knew that at some point her fibroids would be too uncomfortable and require a form of intervention. While she had options for fibroid removal—namely a hysterectomy…

Women with life-interrupting fibroid tumors can be presented with a variety of medical treatments ranging from medication and fibroid surgery to non-surgical options like uterine fibroid embolization (UFE). This is…

As Tracey* sat on the couch recovering from yet another long week of heavy menstrual bleeding, lower back pain, and fatigue, she could not help but feel guilty over how…

It’s not that Lydia* has been content with her fibroids diagnosis and the symptoms that seemingly multiply each month. Quite the contrary—her life has increasingly been interrupted by heavy bleeding,…

Tara* admits she felt overwhelmed when her doctor confirmed that she had uterine fibroids. It is true that these non-cancerous tumors in the uterus were not life-threatening and could be…

If you suffer from painful fibroids, there’s no doubt this was a challenging year for you. Sure, some days are always going to be better than others. However, dealing with…

Tanya* said her fibroid journey wasn’t unlike many women. Her menstrual cycles consistently lasted nearly three weeks each time. Her periods included intense cramping, bloating, and the ever-present mental, physical, and emotional…

Over the years, much has been learned about uterine fibroids, including the various types, symptoms, who are most at risk, treatment options, and the steps women can take to limit their…

Our very own Danny Chan, MD, MBA took some time between cases to share more about the dedicated man behind the scrubs that our patients have come to trust with…

Fibroids, or uterine leiomyomas, are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. They are a common condition, particularly among women of childbearing age, with studies estimating that up…

One in four women endure painful or bothersome symptoms from uterine fibroids at some point in their lives. At Fibroid Institute Texas, we know how hard it is to live…

When diagnosed with uncomfortable uterine fibroids, many women are told by their doctors that the best, and perhaps only, option for their situation is fibroid removal with surgery. After all,…

Regular health screenings can save a woman’s life. This is true for females of all ages, with the primary benefits including earlier detection for everything from potentially life-threatening diseases such…

Kathleen* feels like she has reclaimed the life she deserves to live. The excessive bleeding from multiple uterine fibroids is gone, and so are the gel-like blood clots, constant fatigue,…

Crystal* has a high-profile job as a top legal analyst, and it is not uncommon for her to spend hours doing interviews and giving presentations. She also meets with judges…

Jacklyn* has known about her uterine fibroids for two years. Her gynecologist discovered them during a routine exam, and both agreed to take a wait-and-see approach since the noncancerous growths…

Any woman who experiences the pain and discomfort associated with uterine fibroids has likely spoken to her doctor or researched online the various treatment options available. For years, the most…

Thank you, Fort Bend County, for declaring July as Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month in Fort Bend County, Texas with an official proclamation! The goal to create awareness and access to…

HOUSTON, TEXAS (July 2024): Harris County in south Texas declared that July is officially Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo alongside county commissioners presented Dr. John H….

Alicia* admits she tried to ignore her growing list of fibroid symptoms. Granted, it was not common for a young and otherwise healthy woman to have heart palpitations and shortness…

DALLAS, TEXAS (July 2024): Danny Chan, MD, MBA joins Fibroid Institute Texas as an additional fibroid treatment physician alongside founder and medical director Suzanne Slonim, MD. An additional Dallas fibroid…