28 days until surgery
So, I spoke too soon. Last week, I decided to skip the sugar pills in my birth control pack so I could skip a period for the first time in my life. Well, it still came; just late! I thought I was in the clear. The good news is it was much lighter and somewhat bearable, maybe like a normal person period. Better luck next time. All of this has confirmed my decision to have surgery in one month. I know the pill isn't a permanent solution, even if I can skip (or kinda skip) my period, but the hormones in birth control aren't good news for fibroids. In fact, it's scary all the things that are linked to fibroids: hormones: estrogen, progesterone genetics age (more common in ladies 30+) high body weight (I may meet the age requirement but this one does not apply to me) pregnancies (does not apply) I also read up on foods to avoid. Not that I think eating kale will solve this, but since eating is a daily part of life, why not align it in my favor? Foods...