Health Starts With Her

Fibroids affect up to 80% of women, yet many women still don’t know what they are, what symptoms to look for, or what treatment options are available.

In this episode of Health Starts With Her, we uncover the truth about fibroids — including symptoms, causes, and treatment options every woman should know.

Host, Dr. Tara Shirazian is joined by Tanika Gray Valbrun, Founder of the White Dress Project, and Mary Pierce, Tennis Hall of Famer, who share their personal fibroid journeys and the challenges many women face when seeking answers and care.

Together, we discuss the questions millions of women are searching for:
• What are fibroids?
• What symptoms do fibroids cause?
• Can women get pregnant with fibroids?
• Do fibroids need to be removed?
• What treatment options exist besides hysterectomy?

This conversation highlights why fibroid awareness, education, and patient advocacy are so important. Women deserve to understand their bodies and be empowered to make informed decisions about their health.

Watch the full episode to learn more about fibroids, their symptoms, and the treatment options available to women today.
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Topics Covered 
00:30 Introduction
01:52 Mary Pierce's fibroid symptoms 
03:19 Tanika Gray Valbrun's fibroid symptoms
09:36 Tanika Gray Valbrun’s fibroid journey
15:02 Mary Pierce’s experience with fibroids
24:20 Treatment options for fibroids
25:48 Understanding hysterectomy and alternatives
42:04 Advocating for yourself in healthcare