Fibroids are a common health condition that may affect up to 80% of women under 50 in the UK, with Black women disproportionately impacted — a disparity that has contributed to the condition being under-recognized and under-researched.
Symptoms can be severe and life-altering, sometimes even affecting fertility. Yet many women are left feeling lost and unsupported; even after diagnosis, the pathway to treatment can feel unclear. With NHS waiting lists at record highs — and gynaecology services among the worst affected post-pandemic — access to consistent care remains a major challenge.
In this empowering and practical guide, Dr. Michelle Griffin offers a clear roadmap from the moment you suspect you might have fibroids through diagnosis and beyond. Featuring checklists for GP appointments, explanations of treatment options, and advice for self-advocacy, this book provides the clarity and confidence needed to take control of your health.
Vermilion Empowered is a women’s health expert series offering straightforward, actionable guidance for navigating key health challenges. Modern, evidence-based, and supportive, these guides are designed to help women protect their wellbeing — now and into the future.
Fibroids is a health condition that may impact up to 80% of women under 50 in the UK, with a higher proportion of sufferers being Black women – which may be one of the systemic reasons why this condition exists under the radar.
Symptoms can be life-impacting and debilitating, and can even affect fertility. Often women feel completely at a loss, even after diagnosis the pathway ahead isn’t clear. NHS waiting lists remain long – gynaecology services remain the worst affected post-pandemic – and the availability of treatment is inconsistent across the country.
Dr Michelle Griffin offers a clear and practical pathway from the time you suspect you have a fibroid, to diagnosis and beyond. Including checklists for what to ask your GP, to the different treatments that you might be offered, this book will offer you a clear plan of action, to give you the confidence to find solutions.
Vermilion Empowered is a women's health expert series offering a practical, coherent guides to what action to take when facing various women's health challenges. Modern, straight-talking, expert guides which offers you everything they need to know to take action to protect your health and wellbeing now, and into the future.
