Kenyan actress and media personality Dorea Chege has revealed that she secretly battled severe uterine fibroids for years, a condition that once forced doctors to remove 21 fibroid growths from her uterus a deeply personal struggle she kept away from the public eye.
Kenyan actress and media personality Dorea Chege has shared an emotional account of a private health battle that nearly derailed her life, revealing that she underwent surgery to remove 21 fibroids from her uterus after years of silent suffering.
Speaking candidly about her experience, Chege said she chose to keep the diagnosis to herself as she continued working, smiling on camera, and showing up for her career while enduring intense physical pain and emotional distress behind the scenes.
“I was suffering in silence,” she admitted, describing long hospital visits, heavy bleeding, fatigue, and discomfort that gradually worsened over time.
Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. They affect millions of women globally, including a significant number of Kenyan women, yet many cases go undiagnosed for years.
Medical experts say fibroids can cause:
- Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
- Pelvic pain or pressure
- Fatigue and anemia
- Fertility challenges in some cases
Alarmingly, some women experience no symptoms at all, allowing fibroids to grow undetected until they become severe.
Chege explained that she initially chose privacy as she navigated treatment and recovery, balancing hospital appointments with professional commitments.
Like many women, she feared stigma, misunderstanding, and being judged for a reproductive health condition that is still rarely discussed openly.
Doctors eventually recommended surgery after the fibroids multiplied and increased in size, leading to the removal of 21 growths a moment Chege describes as physically draining but life-changing.
Her Story Resonates With Kenyan Women
Following her revelation, Chege received an outpouring of support from fans and fellow women across social media. Many shared similar experiences, admitting they had dismissed fibroid symptoms as “normal periods” for years.
Health advocates say this reaction highlights a major problem in reproductive health awareness, where women normalize pain and delay seeking medical attention.
“Early detection through routine checkups and ultrasounds is critical,” health professionals emphasize, noting that fibroids are easier to manage when identified early.
Dorea Chege’s decision to speak out has helped spark conversations around fibroids, reproductive health myths, and the importance of listening to one’s body.
Her story has also challenged the belief that public figures are immune to private struggles, reminding many that health battles do not discriminate.
Today, Dorea Chege continues to focus on her career and personal life while using her platform to encourage women to prioritize their health, seek medical advice early, and speak openly about conditions often hidden in silence.
Her journey stands as a powerful reminder that sharing one’s story can save others from years of unnecessary pain.
