Porsha Williams' Fibroid Battle: 21 Growths Removed

Porsha Williams, known from "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," has revealed details of an emergency surgery performed in May to remove 21 uterine fibroids. One of the largest growths measured the size of a cantaloupe.

Williams, 45, had been experiencing symptoms such as heavy periods, migraines, and fatigue, which she had attributed to perimenopause. The true nature of her condition was discovered when she accompanied a friend to a fertility appointment and decided to request an examination for herself.

This led to an MRI revealing 15 large fibroids, along with endometriosis. Subsequently, she underwent surgery which resulted in a hysterectomy, though her ovaries were saved. Williams shared that fibroids and hysterectomies carry a stigma.

She now urges women to consult medical professionals for diagnoses rather than rely on self-assessment, emphasizing the importance of advocating for one's own health.