Women of African descent at more risk of getting fibroids – Radiologist

According to Dr. Dorothea Anim, a specialist radiologist at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH), women of African heritage are more likely than other women to develop fibroids.

She claims that research has revealed that women are susceptible to fibroid disease beginning at the time they reach reproductive and menstrual ages.

During their lives, 70% of women experience fibroids.

Dr. Anim also disclosed that, unlike Caucasians, those with black skin are more commonly affected by fibroid disease.

She consequently thinks that raising knowledge in black communities, particularly in Africa, can aid women in developing early solutions.

During an interview with Prime Morning co-host Asieduwaa Akumia, the radiologist made these remarks.

Even according to the literature, people of African heritage are more vulnerable than everyone else. Hence, eight out of ten persons of African origin who come from any world region will have fibroids. So, it is highly unique to black skin, so it is crucial to discuss.

In addition, Dr. Dorothea Anim identified some of the principal causes and signs of the fibroid condition.

She added that women should be aware of the main signs of fibroid disease, including frequent urination, back, leg, and abdominal discomfort, bloating, heavy periods, and reproductive issues.

“Since fibroids develop on the pelvis, the bottom portion of the abdomen, they tend to compress the structures around them as they expand. A fibroid can produce several symptoms and issues, including frequent urination, constipation (spending two to three weeks without passing stool), pain, and swelling in the leg. The expert noted that infertility issues might result from fibroids’ impact on the menstrual cycle, which can result in heavy, frequent, and protracted menstrual cycles.

She also counseled ladies to be alert for these symptoms and notify their physician immediately to receive prompt diagnosis and treatment for their safety.

Dr. Anim continued by saying that although various treatment options are available for removing the fibroid from the body, a minimally invasive approach has been developed to facilitate and speed up the elimination process.

She claims the least invasive approach is practical and causes no discomfort. The minimally invasive method avoids the need to cut open a body portion to remove a fibroid, unlike the surgical procedure, which takes time to heal and necessitates opening a section of the body to remove the fibroid.

According to Dr. Anim, the minimally invasive procedure requires at least an hour and, in extreme cases, up to three hours. She urged women to select the minimally invasive procedure because it is quicker and more accessible, even though it is less expensive.

Source: Joy Online