Research shows that, compared to white women, Black women experience a higher prevalence, an earlier onset, and a greater severity in hormonal disorders such as uterine fibroids, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), and menopause symptoms. As a result of how often Black women are misdiagnosed in healthcare settings, there’s also been a trend of Black women self-diagnosing hormone dysregulation and subsequently using natural practices to treat these imbalances.
Why Black Women Are DIY-ing Their Hormonal Health
Hormonal dysregulation plagues many of us but we are left without diagnoses or solutions. But some are taking matters into their own hands.
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