Nigerian actress Ini Dima-Okojie has shared a personal health update, announcing the return of her fibroids three years after undergoing surgery to remove them. The actress, who first discovered her fibroids in 2017, took to Instagram on July 17, 2024, to inform her followers about her current health challenges and her plans moving forward.
In her heartfelt post, Ini Dima-Okojie explained, “I want to share something important with you today. If you’ve been following me, you would probably know that before the end of 2020, I had a myomectomy, which is an invasive surgery to take out fibroids. The surgery was successful; my doctor removed every single fibroid and I healed well. It’s been three years since the surgery, and unfortunately, the fibroids are back.”
Acknowledging the emotional toll of this setback, she expressed her reluctance to undergo another surgery, opting instead for a holistic approach to manage the condition. “It’s very disheartening and it hasn’t been the easiest couple of months, but I’m okay. I’ve come to terms with it, and I definitely don’t want to do another surgery anytime soon. This time I want to take a holistic approach towards shrinking the fibroids,” she shared.
The actress emphasized the importance of raising awareness about fibroids, particularly among black women. She highlighted the lack of discussion and research around the condition and expressed her commitment to helping others. “Too many black women go through this and it wasn’t being talked about enough and it’s still not being talked about enough. I don’t even know if a remedy is being found for it. I’m going to be paying for 20 women to get their screening done; it’s very important,” she said.
Ini Dima-Okojie’s announcement has sparked conversations about fibroid awareness and the need for better education and resources for women affected by this condition. Her decision to fund screenings for 20 women underscores her dedication to supporting others facing similar health challenges.
