MedBlog

Hysterectomy alternative: An innovative treatment for uterine fibroids

Hysterectomy is not a women’s only treatment option for fibroids. There are various options that may align with the individual goals and values each woman has. Radiofrequency ablation is a treatment option that can help women overcome uterine fibroid symptoms on their own terms. Learn more.

Katherine Smith, M.D.

December 1, 2025

Can uterine fibroids harm my pregnancy?

For most women, uterine fibroids do not pose a risk to pregnancy. Ob/Gyn Ayomipo Madein, M.D., discusses symptom management before and after delivery.

Ayomipo Madein, M.D.

October 8, 2025

Abnormal bleeding: Why women should treat it, not tough it out

Abnormal bleeding can seriously affect a woman’s quality of life at any age. Unfortunately, many women think it’s normal and don’t seek medical care, or their doctors simply don’t listen. Discover treatment options that can improve a woman’s symptoms and quality of life.

April 28, 2025

What’s going on with my uterus? 3 conditions related to pelvic pain and bleeding

Women sometimes ignore abnormal bleeding or pelvic pain because they think it’s just part of life. However, UT Southwestern says these symptoms can be signs of abnormal cell growth in the uterus. Discover three common conditions and available treatment options.

March 26, 2025

Treating a common but overlooked source of severe period pain can limit hysterectomies

UT Southwestern discusses adenomyosis, an often misdiagnosed condition that causes severe menstrual cramps and bleeding.

November 10, 2021

Heavy periods and pelvic pain aren't 'normal' – uterine fibroids might be to blame

Too many women accept uterine fibroid symptoms such as heavy periods, abdominal bulkiness, and pelvic pain as normal. But they don’t have to! Learn about treatment options from medication to surgery in this week’s MedBlog. Read more.

July 26, 2019

Bleeding after menopause: It’s not normal

UT Southwestern discusses why women shouldn’t ignore postmenopausal bleeding and should see a gynecologic oncologist if cancer is the cause.

November 9, 2016