Capitol Medical Center
Founded by Dr. Thelma Navarrete-Clemente, Mr. Luis C. Clemente and a handful of her contemporaries in the medical profession.
Commonwealth Hospital and Medical Center
Founded on October 7, 2009, Health Global International, Inc. Doing business under the name and style of Commonwealth Hospital and Medical Center was made a reality by the collective efforts of the founders of Health Global International, Inc., whose principal objective is to operate a facility with utmost competence while attending to the growing demand for quality medical and health care needs of the residents of Quezon City and surrounding areas.
F.E.U. - Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Medical Center
The Institute of Medicine, in fact, was an idea conceived as early as the incorporation of Far Eastern University in 1934. Dr. Nicanor Reyes, Sr., founder and first president of FEU, dreamt of an Institute of Medicine in line with his vision of building up FEU, already a pioneer in progressive non-sectarian education, into a school dedicated to help in nation-building in as many areas of service as possible.
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Also known as myomas, uterine fibroids are growths in the uterus that are usually noncancerous. Learn how these affect your reproductive health, here.
Myomectomy is a type of surgery done to remove uterine fibroids without removing the whole uterus (hysterectomy). Uterine fibroids are abnormal growths that occur in the uterus. In most cases, women with the condition may not experience any symptoms at all. Myomectomy is a procedure that removes only fibroids without causing any harm to the uterus. […]
Medically reviewed by • Jul 02, 2022
Myoma or uterine fibroid, a condition where tumors grow inside the uterus or womb, commonly affects women in their reproductive years. And while many are familiar with this concern, myths about myoma treatment without surgery can still confuse many of those living with this condition. Ahead, we’ll debunk four misconceptions about treating myoma. Uterine Fibroids: What […]
Medically reviewed by • Jan 22
Myoma often affects a woman’s fertility, but some successfully get pregnant. However, having myoma while pregnant can pose additional challenges for mother and baby. How can myoma affect pregnancy, and is it true that pregnancy increases the tumor’s severity? Causes of myoma Uterine fibroids or myoma are benign or noncancerous growths in the woman’s uterus (womb). The […]
Medically reviewed by • Jun 09, 2021
Uterine fibroids or myomas are benign tumors that can develop in a woman’s uterus during their reproductive years. Though it can develop in most women, not everyone who has it will exhibit noticeable symptoms. Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors and very often are not a cause for alarm. Still, a lot of women still wonder: does […]
Medically reviewed by • Dec 18, 2022
Until now, scientists still cannot determine the exact cause behind the development of myoma symptoms. Through studies, however, we understand that it’s highly controlled by the female hormones, estrogen and progesterone. Since a lot of women will have this benign tumor in their lifetime, spotting the warning signs is important. What myoma symptoms should women keep a […]
Medically reviewed by • Jun 10, 2021
Myoma or uterine fibroids are benign tumors made up of fibrous tissues and smooth muscle cells. Reports say that up to 80% of women will develop myoma in their lifetime, but not everyone will exhibit symptoms. For those who will develop symptoms, they may experience pelvic pain, prolonged or heavy periods, difficulty in urination, as […]
Medically reviewed by • Jun 09, 2021
What causes uterine fibroids to grow?Regular physical exams are necessary to monitor one’s health, especially in uncovering medical conditions. For women, among the recommended health screenings are gynecological exams, which can help detect tissue mass called uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids do not usually cause pain or other symptoms. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that usually appear […]
Medically reviewed by • Aug 13, 2020
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