It’s no secret that men and women have vastly different health concerns. There are many specific issues that women and men face as they age, but one that often flies under the radar is the disparities between gender and vein health. Many women over 50 must keep watch of their vein health, whereas it is […]
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A mass in your uterus can be scary. Sometimes, the first thoughts drift toward the worst possible diagnosis. But, not every uterine growth is life-threatening. Uterine Fibroids, while benign, can make things quite difficult for a woman. If you have uterine fibroids, here are some things to look for and what you can do to
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Uterine fibroids, a type of tumor that develops on the uterus, can have a significant impact on a woman’s life. Most uterine fibroids (more than 99%) are found to be benign. While the risk of a cancerous uterine fibroid is extraordinarily low, these growths can cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. Women with uterine fibroids
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Uterine fibroid embolization is a minimally invasive treatment performed to shrink uterine fibroids, noncancerous growths in the uterine wall. Because the procedure works by blocking uterine arteries, it is also commonly referred to as uterine artery embolization. The UFE/UAE procedure has been used for many years to address symptoms like heavy pelvic bleeding. In addition
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Uterine fibroids are very common non-cancerous (benign) growths that develop in the muscular wall of the uterus. It is estimated that 26 million American women have fibroids. Furthermore, approximately 15 million of them suffer from debilitating symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, bladder problems, intense pelvic pressure or pain, and fertility issues. Fibroids are the
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Varicose Vein The Importance of Blood Circulation Blood circulation supplies the body with nutrients and oxygen and removes waste products. Together, the heart, arteries, and veins facilitate blood circulation. The heart pumps fresh, oxygen-rich blood throughout the body via the arteries. The veins channel oxygen-depleted blood back to the heart. Healthy veins are vital in
Ovarian Vein Embolization (OVE) for Pelvic Congestion Syndrome What are the symptoms? Dull, aching pain is usually felt in the lower abdomen and lower back. You may experience: • Deep pelvic pain when sitting or standing, worsening throughout the day • Bulging veins on the vulva, buttocks or thighs • Painful/irregular menstrual cycles • Pain
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