18. Fibroids, Adenomyosis, and Heavy Menstrual Bleeding with Dr. Sharan Abdul Rahman

Fibroids, also known as uterine fibroids or leiomyomas, are noncancerous growths of the uterus (womb) that often appear during childbearing years. These growths are composed of muscle tissue and can vary in size, ranging from small, pea-sized nodules to large, round masses that can distort the shape and size of the uterus.In this episode of Our Womanity podcast, host Dr. Rachel Pope delves into the world of fibroids and their impact on the pelvic floor. Dr. Sharan Abdul Rahman, a renowned Gynecologist, owner of Today's Woman, and expert in women's health, joins us as a special guest to shed light on this common yet often misunderstood condition. Discover what fibroids are, their prevalence, and the potential symptoms they can cause.Dr. Rahman explains how fibroids can affect a woman’s life including heavy bleeding, and lead to pelvic pain and discomfort. Learn about various treatment options for fibroids, from conservative approaches to surgical interventions, and how they can alleviate problems. Gain insights into the importance of early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach to managing fibroids and their impact on women's well-being.Featured in this episode: Common Fibroid conditions, and causes Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment Impact on pregnancyTreatments for fibroids: OCP’s IUD Tranexamic acid Leuprolide Endometrial ablation Hysterectomy Ultrasound Surgical removal of the fibroidSubmit your questions on anything and everything women's health-related and we will answer them in one of our episodes.Want more from Our Womanity?Take the Vulva Quiz to see how well you know women's bodies.Looking for practical advice for women in their 60s who want to become sexually active or want to improve their current sex life? Check out Sex in Your Sixties: Who says the fun has to stop? Written by a multidisciplinary group of health professionals who address issues such as pain with sex, low desire for sex, orgasm difficulties, your bladder and sex, same-sex partners, vulvar skin conditions, trauma, and more.Subscribe to our newsletter here to stay updated and not miss out on new episodes.