Why Black Women Are Disproportionately Impacted By Uterine Fibroids

Although uterine fibroids are not an uncommon topic, the potential for severity of the condition is rarely discussed. This is especially true for Black women who tend to develop fibroids at a younger age and experience more severe symptoms and complications than white women. But there are steps that women of color can take to ensure they are getting the proper care. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths in and around the uterus, are far more common than…