Hormones, Fibroids & Menopause: The Overlooked Connection

Did you know that up to 90% of women of color and 80% of all women will develop fibroids by age 50? Yet, most women don't even realize they have them.In this week's episode, Dr. Chhaya Makhija sits down with Dr. Cheruba Prabakar—a fellowship-trained minimally invasive surgeon, gynecologist, and founder of Lamorinda Gynecology & Surgery—also known as The Fibroid Doc. Dr. Prabakar brings both surgical expertise and real-world compassion to help patients feel empowered, not overwhelmed. From rapid-fire myth-busting to clinical insights, this episode clears the confusion around fibroids: what causes them, how they impact fertility, when to remove them, and why not all fibroids need surgery. You’ll learn:- The different types and symptoms of fibroids- Why size and location matter more than the number- The link between fibroids and cancer (spoiler: most are benign!)- How fibroids affect fertility and what treatments actually help- Why fibroids can be silently growing without symptoms- Use of hormone replacement therapy when you have fibroids- What diet and lifestyle habits actually matterFollow Dr. Chhaya Makhija here:https://www.instagram.com/chhayamakhijamd/https://www.facebook.com/unifiedendocrinehttps://unifiedendocrinecare.com/https://www.youtube.com/@chhayamakhijamdhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chhayamakhijamd/Follow Dr. Cheruba Prabakar here:https://www.instagram.com/thefibroiddoc/https://www.thefibroiddoc.com/https://www.youtube.com/thefibroiddochttps://www.lamorindagyn.com/Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe to the Hormones & Hope Podcast for more expert insights, real conversations, and science-backed strategies to help you feel your best—inside and out.