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What Is a Submucosal Fibroid and How Can It Be Treated?

Posted on February 27 2019 by South Miami Women's Health

There are four types of uterine fibroids with submucosal fibroids being the rarest form. A submucosal fibroid is non-cancerous, but it can lead to multiple symptoms and complications for women of childbearing age.

How Fibroids Can Affect Your Fertility

Posted on January 21 2019 by South Miami Women's Health

Those non-cancerous tumors made up of cells and muscle known as fibroids can be a quirky lot. Many women with uterine fibroids have no symptoms whatsoever, and some never even know they have them. Others have painful and heavy periods … Continue reading →

What’s The Solution For Urinary Incontinence?

Posted on November 13 2018 by South Miami Women's Health

Have you ever had a great time with friends laughing out loud, but found yourself uncontrollably leaking urine? You might have even thought “I’m too young for this to be happening.” The truth is urinary incontinence is not just for … Continue reading →

More Myths About Fibroids

Posted on September 25 2018 by South Miami Women's Health

Saying that fibroids are widely misunderstood is an enormous understatement. Since up to 80% of African American women and 60% of Caucasian women have them, and considering how prevalent they are, misconceptions and myths can lead to one huge confusing … Continue reading →

3 Realistic New Year’s Resolutions Your Mind and Body Will Thank You For

Posted on December 22 2017 by South Miami Women's Health

It’s that time of year again where we all promise ourselves to make more frequent visits to the gym, eat healthier, and shed a few pounds. But how successful is this overdone New Year’s Resolution? Sure, it sounds great on … Continue reading →

Office Closings Due to Hurricane Irma

Posted on September 6 2017 by South Miami Women's Health

In order to keep our patients and our staff safe during Hurricane Irma, our office will be closed Friday, Sept. 8th, and Monday, Sept. 11th. Weather and conditions permitting, we will reopen on Tuesday, September 12th. Please continue to check … Continue reading →

World Cancer Day 2017

Posted on February 4 2017 by South Miami Women's Health

Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world. Every year, approximately 12.7 million people are diagnosed with cancer and 7.6 million of them will die from the disease. For World Cancer Day in 2017, individuals and organizations are … Continue reading →

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2016

Posted on October 28 2016 by South Miami Women's Health

While most people are aware that breast cancer is an issue, many still don’t take the necessary steps to detect the disease in its early stages. Every October, doctors, nurses and organizations use this month to raise awareness for the detection … Continue reading →