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Fibroids is a health condition that may impact up to 80% of women under 50 in the UK, with a higher proportion of sufferers being Black women – which may be one of the systemic reasons why this condition exists under the radar.

Symptoms can be life-impacting and debilitating, and can even affect fertility. Often women feel completely at a loss, even after diagnosis the pathway ahead isn’t clear. NHS waiting lists remain long – gynaecology services remain the worst affected post-pandemic – and the availability of treatment is inconsistent across the country.

Dr Michelle Griffin offers a clear and practical pathway from the time you suspect you have a fibroid, to diagnosis and beyond. Including checklists for what to ask your GP, to the different treatments that you might be offered, this book will offer you a clear plan of action, to give you the confidence to find solutions.

Vermilion Empowered is a women's health expert series offering a practical, coherent guides to what action to take when facing various women's health challenges. Modern, straight-talking, expert guides which offers you everything they need to know to take action to protect your health and wellbeing now, and into the future.

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