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Change the Cycle

Welcome to the Change the Cycle blog! We talk about everything from heavy periods, to fibroids to pelvic health conditions, and more. We hope you’ll follow along to engage, learn, and share with your friends and family.

Why We Need to Change the Cycle of Silence Around Heavy Periods

November 2, 2021

Causes for Infertility and Finding Support

October 5, 2021

Are Fibroids Hereditary?

August 31, 2021

Cysts, Polyps, and Fibroids: What’s the Difference?

August 3, 2021

Behind the Scenes with Dr. Hawkins for Fibroid Awareness Month

July 19, 2021

How Trusting in My Journey Led Me to the Acessa® Procedure

July 7, 2021

Change the Cycle

Why We Need to Change the Cycle of Silence Around Heavy Periods

Causes for Infertility and Finding Support

Are Fibroids Hereditary?

Cysts, Polyps, and Fibroids: What’s the Difference?

Behind the Scenes with Dr. Hawkins for Fibroid Awareness Month

How Trusting in My Journey Led Me to the Acessa® Procedure

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Get to Know Your Body

Advocating for your health starts with knowing your body – that means knowing what’s considered normal vs. abnormal – so you can guide conversations with your doctor. Take our quiz to better understand what your health symptoms might be trying to tell you.

QUESTION

My periods are typically heavy — I’m often worried about leaking and have to change tampons/pads frequently.*

QUESTION

When I have my period, I pass blood clots the size of a quarter.*

My periods feel never ending — they can last 6 days or longer.*

QUESTION

My periods are very painful — sometimes heating pads and painkillers don’t cut it.*

I often feel bloated and uncomfortable around my lower stomach and pelvis.*

QUESTION

I feel like I look pregnant even though I am not.*

Sex has become physically painful for me.*

QUESTION

I can’t control my bowel movements.*

I feel like I have to pee all the time — and sometimes it’s hard to go.*

QUESTION

My periods are getting in the way of life — sometimes I even miss work or social events.*

See How Your Responses Stack Up

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Change the Cycle

Why We Need to Change the Cycle of Silence Around Heavy Periods

Causes for Infertility and Finding Support

Are Fibroids Hereditary?

Cysts, Polyps, and Fibroids: What’s the Difference?

Behind the Scenes with Dr. Hawkins for Fibroid Awareness Month

How Trusting in My Journey Led Me to the Acessa® Procedure

© COPYRIGHT 2021 HOLOGIC, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED​

Contact Form​

Get to Know Your Body

Advocating for your health starts with knowing your body – that means knowing what’s considered normal vs. abnormal – so you can guide conversations with your doctor. Take our quiz to better understand what your health symptoms might be trying to tell you.

QUESTION

My periods are typically heavy — I’m often worried about leaking and have to change tampons/pads frequently.*

QUESTION

When I have my period, I pass blood clots the size of a quarter.*

My periods feel never ending — they can last 6 days or longer.*

QUESTION

My periods are very painful — sometimes heating pads and painkillers don’t cut it.*

I often feel bloated and uncomfortable around my lower stomach and pelvis.*

QUESTION

I feel like I look pregnant even though I am not.*

Sex has become physically painful for me.*

QUESTION

I can’t control my bowel movements.*

I feel like I have to pee all the time — and sometimes it’s hard to go.*

QUESTION

My periods are getting in the way of life — sometimes I even miss work or social events.*

See How Your Responses Stack Up

What’s Next?

Keep in Touch

Let's End the Pain of Heavy Periods & Fibroids

© COPYRIGHT 2021 HOLOGIC, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

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