I had ovarian cysts and uterine fibroids. I was advised to have a total hysterectomy. That was over 22 years ago. I did not want that solution, so I researched and learned about bioidentical progesterone as opposed to synthetic progestins. I began using bioidentical progesterone regularly, resulting in stopping the cysts from developing and making the fibroids shrink. I also had much more energy and my mood swings stabilized, resulting in me becoming more active which helped me lose weight and helped me become healthier. 22 years later and I am still healthy and very, very active. I am able to take care of my wheel chair bound 82 year old husband with post polio syndrome.