Fibroids: The Complete Guide to Taking Charge of Your Physical, Emotional, and Sexual Well-Being

by Johanna Skilling

When Johanna Skilling was diagnosed with fibroid tumors, she was confused by treatment recommendations that ranged from "watch and wait" to total hysterectomy. Even more frustrated by the lack of data about fibroids, she set out to close the information gap. Skilling explores the medical, emotional, and sexual implications of a fibroid diagnosis simply and thoroughly; explains what fibroids are, what influences their growth, what to expect after a diagnosis, and how to live with fibroids if surgery isn't chosen; and discusses traditional and alternative treatments and the mind-body connection.

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Rebekah Mallory · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was informational but dated. The author is not a doctor and seems somewhat against hysterectomies when, for some women, it is necessary.

[Carolyn Virginia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another useful book.  She spends a lot of time discussing ways to treat the symptons so that surgery, etc. are not necessary. I took notes in my excel file.

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thorough review of all the options. Well researched and presented.