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How uterine fibroids are diagnosed

A common type of noncancerous tumor formation known as ‘uterine fibroids’ can be identified during your normal visit to your gynecologist. A pelvic examination will allow your doctor to identify it by feeling the shape and size of the uterus. If your uterus has an irregular shape or is enlarged, then it might be a […]

Can Uterine Fibroids Cause Weight Gain?

An extremely general question is; can uterine fibroids cause weight gain? Unexplained sudden weight gain causes tension, especially when there are no significant changes in your lifestyle and diet. Weight gain goes hand in hand with the fibroids; for many women gaining weight suspiciously, uterine fibroids are the reason. Fibroids are known to impact 20% […]

Effects of Fibroids on Menstrual Cycle

The regularity of the menstrual cycle for women is usually associated with their well-being. Therefore, irregular cycles can be predicted to be a major sign of abnormality in their bodies. Sometimes, these abnormal activities within the body are caused by the fibroids. The non-cancerous that may develop and grow in the uterus are referred to […]

Difference Between Fibroids and Cysts

Fibroids and cysts, both, are very common among females. Uterine fibroids are the muscular growths of several centimeters that are often left undetected because they are not cause any signs or symptoms. 50% of all women are known to have developed fibroids by the age of 50. Only about 25% of the women with fibroids […]

What is the size of fibroids?

Rounded growths that appear like nodules made up of smooth muscle tissues; Uterine fibroids are tumors that grow within the walls of a woman’s uterus. Fibroids usually start to grow from childbirth and during the reproductive phase of her life. These uterine fibroids can be of different shapes and can be in different sizes. The […]

Doppler screening for peripheral arterial disease

If we are talking about noninvasive tests, a Doppler ultrasound is worth mentioning. This procedure measures the blood flowing through the blood vessels by using high-frequency sound waves. These sound waves bounce off the red blood cells that are circulating in the blood for creating images. Doppler screening is known for the diagnosis of many […]

Peripheral Vascular Disease and Hair Loss

Losing the hair on your legs and thinking that it is just because you are getting old? It might not come up like a big deal especially when you are not even facing any symptoms of issues regarding it, but it may advocate for a bigger problem. Hair loss in the legs can reflect a […]

Free Fibroid Screening for Women’s Health Month

May is recognized as Women’s Health Month by the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) and Vascular Health acknowledges that. Vascular Health has taken the initiative of offering free screening for Women’s health month. Fibroids are a prevalent condition among females. It is almost always harmless but cannot be ignored. Fibroids can lead to several issues […]

Why Are Fibroids the Main Cause of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

Uterine fibroids also known as leiomyomata, are known to be affecting millions of females around the globe. It is most common during the reproductive age of women. Out of the 75% of women who develop fibroids, 30% experience menorrhagia i.e. heavy bleeding. Therefore, heavy menstrual bleeding is a major symptom of fibroid development. These non-cancerous […]

Clinical Manifestations of PAD

The blockage and narrowing of the arteries happen because of buildups of fatty plaque in the arteries, known as peripheral artery disease. This condition is most common in the lower extremities or legs but can also be found in other blood vessels. There are several clinical manifestations of peripheral artery disease that an individual should […]

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