Maven Journal

It is estimated that approximately 12% of Australian women have a Mirena intra-uterine device (IUD) in - that's 1 in 8 of all Australian women. (This would equate to about 1 in 5 Australian women of reproductive age.) So what's the story with this little progesterone T? Pros and Cons? Would it be appropriate for you? Read on for more details...

Hysterectomy involves surgically removing the uterus (or womb). If your gynaecologist has suggested a hysterectomy as an option for you, it’s important to understand exactly which body parts will be removed, and how your surgeon will approach the operation. While a major operation, having a hysterectomy may give you a much-needed new lease of life!

In this blog post, Maven Centre's dietician Dr Steph Pirotta will explore dietary recommendations that may contribute to better health if you are living with fibroids.

In this week's blog post, we discuss one of the most common symptoms of fibroids: heavy menstrual bleeding, and the 'ladder' of management options: from simple over-the-counter medications, through to definitive surgical management (e.g. hysterectomy).