Uterine Fibroids: An Interview with a Minimally Invasive Surgeon | Dr Jessica Opoku-Anane
Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast · Georgie Kovacs
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Show Notes
Dr. Jessica Opoku-Anane is a gynecologist who specializes in the minimally invasive treatment of fibroids, abnormal uterine bleeding, chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis, intrauterine scarring (Asherman's syndrome), pelvic organ prolapse and ovarian pathology.
Opoku-Anane's research interests include making gynecologic surgery safer and improving treatments for endometriosis and fibroids.
In the episode, Dr Opoku-Anane talks about uterine fibroids and covers:
- Difference between uterine fibroids vs. endometriosis vs. adenomyosis, including the symptoms for each
- Uterine fibroid symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
- Quality of life and fertility impact for those with uterine fibroids
- Questions to ask your doctor to ensure your uterine fibroids and diagnosed early and proactively treated
Resources
- Leverage Fempower Health's find a doctor resource to find a minimally invasive surgeon (or other specialist)
Recommended Books on Hormones and Menstrual Health
Resources and episodes on Hormones & Menstrual Health
Resources and episodes on Autoimmune & Chronic Disease
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