Are you suffering from heavy, painful periods? Pain during intercourse? Constant bloating and pressure in your pelvis? These everyday struggles are more than an inconvenience — they could be signs of uterine fibroids.
July is Fibroid Awareness Month, and at Ayur Interventional & Vascular Care, we want you to know that these symptoms deserve attention and, more importantly, that relief is possible.
Why Symptoms Matter
Many women live with fibroid symptoms for months or even years before getting answers. Because the signs can be easy to dismiss as “normal” period changes or general discomfort, fibroids often go unrecognized until symptoms become disruptive.
That is why Fibroid Awareness Month is so important. The more patients understand the symptoms, the sooner they can seek evaluation and discuss treatment options with a specialist.
Common Fibroid Symptoms
Fibroid symptoms may include:
- Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding.
- Painful periods.
- Pelvic pressure or a feeling of fullness.
- Bloating or an enlarged lower abdomen.
- Pain during intercourse.
- Frequent urination.
- Constipation.
- Lower back pain.
Not every fibroid causes symptoms, but when they do, they can affect work, sleep, comfort, and quality of life.
When To Get Checked
If your periods are unusually heavy, your pelvic pain is becoming harder to ignore, or bloating and pressure are affecting your routine, it may be time to get evaluated. A proper workup can help determine whether fibroids are the cause and what treatment options may be appropriate for your needs.
Awareness First
Fibroid Awareness Month is a reminder to listen to your body and not ignore symptoms that feel abnormal. If something does not feel right, it deserves attention, answers, and care.
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With care,
Dr. Sclafani, MD
And the Team at Ayur Interventional & Vascular Care