Understanding Fibroids After 40: What you should know with Dr. Wendy Goodall McDonald

Описание: Heavy periods? Pelvic pressure? Unexplained fatigue? You could be dealing with fibroids—and if you’re over 40, you're not alone.

In this powerful episode of Fox After 40, Dr. Wendy Goodall McDonald breaks down what every woman over 40—especially Black women—needs to know about uterine fibroids, from diagnosis and symptoms to treatment options and self-advocacy.

We cover:

What fibroids are and why they’re more common and more severe in Black women

Symptoms women often dismiss: heavy bleeding, fatigue, bloating, painful sex

How fibroids can mimic perimenopause and affect emotional well-being

The role of hormones: Does menopause really shrink fibroids?

Best ways to diagnose fibroids (ultrasound vs. MRI) and when to monitor them

-Treatment options beyond surgery: medication, embolization, and more

When surgery is necessary—and how to decide between myomectomy or hysterectomy

Lifestyle factors that may influence fibroid growth (diet, stress, weight)

Supplements and holistic strategies worth considering

The connection between fibroids, anemia, digestion, and urinary issues

New advances in fibroid care and what’s on the horizon

How to advocate for your health when your symptoms are dismissed

If you’re over 40 and living with fibroids—or think you might be—this episode gives you the tools, facts, and questions to take control of your care.

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