Porsha Williams Frankly, a health scare changed her plans to expand her family. The reality star recently opened up about what doctors discovered during a routine fertility-related checkup and why she ended up having to undergo emergency surgery.
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Porsha Williams reveals doctors found 21 uterine fibroids
The 45-year-old “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star said the discovery happened in May when she was considering having another child. Williams went with a friend to discuss egg freezing and decided to consult with her own fertility doctor while she was there. After revealing she had been dealing with prolonged periods, migraines, extreme fatigue and mood swings, doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids, including one she described as being about the size of a cantaloupe.
Williams details the emotional toll of her health scare
Porsha Williams said the fibroids became so severe that they affected her birth canal and put pressure on her bladder. She ended up having an emergency partial hysterectomy. The reality star has battled uterine fibroids since her 20s and previously revealed complications from them led to her miscarriage four months into her pregnancy.
Now, Williams is opening up about the emotional aspects of the experience, including the grief she felt after losing the ability to raise another child. During a conversation with Gayle King on the CBS Morning Show, Porsha also admitted she felt shame when discussing her hysterectomy. By sharing her story, she hopes to encourage women, especially Black women, to listen to their bodies, advocate for themselves, and seek medical care when they don’t feel well.
She had something to say in the comments
Porsha is making sure the conversation doesn’t stop there! The reality star took to the comments section of The Shade Room’s Instagram to say:
“Thank you so much…for sharing my story and helping spread awareness about uterine fibroids! It’s so important for us women to advocate for ourselves, prioritize preventive care and early detection, and learn about every treatment option available, especially those that may help avoid a hysterectomy. If surgery is necessary, proper aftercare is just as important. I hope my story makes you care about your body, ❤ More Women!
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