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Lupita Nyong'o shared her personal battle with uterine fibroids in a candid Instagram post. She revealed she had 30 fibroids removed surgically shortly after winning her Oscar. The actress is now working with lawmakers to push for better research and awareness. Her post sparked support from stars like Halle Berry and Amber Ruffin.

Key Points: Lupita Nyong'o Reveals Uterine Fibroids Struggle After Oscar Win

  • Lupita discovered 30 fibroids after her 2014 Oscar win
  • She advocates for early education and research funding
  • Fibroids affect millions but remain understudied
  • Halle Berry and Amber Ruffin praised her transparency
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Lupita Nyong'o opens up on uterine fibroids diagnosis

Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o opens up about her 30 fibroids diagnosis, surgery, and advocacy for women's health reform.

"We must reject the normalization of female pain. – Lupita Nyong'o"

Washington DC, July 16

Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o got candid about her health and shared struggles with uterine fibroids, non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus, reported E! News.

"In March 2014, I won an Academy Award. That same year, I discovered that I had uterine fibroids," Lupita wrote in her Instagram post, adding, "30 fibroids. I had surgery to remove them. I asked my doctor if there was anything I could do to prevent them from recurring. She said: 'You can't. It's only a matter of time until they grow again."

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The ace star shared that she did not realise the condition affected so many women until she started discussing her experience "privately" with her inner circle.

"When we reach puberty, we're taught periods mean pain, and that pain is simply part of being a woman," said Lupita. "We're struggling alone with something that affects us most," reported E! News.

She continued, "We need to stop treating this massive issue like a series of unfortunate coincidences. We must reject the normalisation of female pain."

She added that she is currently working with U.S. congresswomen to introduce a package of bills that will "expand research funding, increase early detection and interventions for uterine fibroids, study the causes of uterine cancer, and increase public awareness," according to E! News.

"I envision a future of early education for teenagers, better screening protocols, robust prevention research, and less invasive treatments for uterine fibroids," she wrote. "Let's study women's health and prioritise this chronic condition that has never been comprehensively examined."

Lupita added, "We deserve better. It's time to demand it. Silence serves no one!," reported E! News.

Uterine fibroids can develop in all women of reproductive age. While many uterine fibroids don't have any symptoms, complications can arise and cause heavy and painful periods, pelvis pressure, urination problems, infertility and pregnancy loss, as per the outlet.

After her post, many showed their support.

"This is such important info to share," Halle Berry wrote, with Amber Ruffin adding, "Next time I see you, I'll tell you a truly bonkers fibroids story," reported E! News.

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Arjun K
While I appreciate the awareness, I wish Indian celebrities would also speak up about health issues affecting our women. We have much higher rates of reproductive health problems but less openness.
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Shreya B
This hits home! I was diagnosed last year and my doctor said "sab ladkiyon ko dard hota hai" when I complained about pain. So tired of this mentality! More power to Lupita for breaking the silence 💪
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Rohit P
As a husband, I never realized how serious this could be until my wife had complications. We need better sex education in schools that covers women's health properly, not just reproduction basics.
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Nisha Z
The part about normalizing pain is so true! In my village, girls are told to bear period pain silently. Even in cities, working women pop painkillers and carry on. When will we prioritize our health? 😔
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Varun X
Respectfully, while this is important, I wonder if Indian media will give the same coverage when local actresses speak about health issues. We tend to value Western celebrities more than our own.
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Divya L
Had my fibroids removed last month after years of suffering! The surgery cost was ₹1.5 lakh - unaffordable for most Indian women. We need

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