Uterine fibroids are small, benign (non-cancerous) lumps that grow inside your uterus. These tumors vary in size. However, they don’t get bigger than a grapefruit. There can be one or multiple fibroids. Talk to your NCCRM Raleigh doctor if you are experiencing the following symptoms.
Symptoms of uterine fibroid include:
- Abdominal bulkiness
- Heavy or painful periods
- Menstruation lasting for over a week
- Pelvic pain or/and pressure
- Frequent urination
- Bladder emptying becomes difficult
- Constipation
- Leg pains
- Backache
How to treat uterine fibroid
Well, not all fibroids require treatment. Also, fibroids usually don’t interfere in pregnancy. However, some like submucosal fibroid can lead to infertility or loss of fetus.
Fibroids may also increase pregnancy risks like placental abruption, fetal growth restriction and preterm delivery. To note, its treatment depends on a case to case basis. Uterine fibroid either needs no treatment or must be surgically removed.
First, choose a good infertility center, like NCCRM Raleigh for exceptional doctors, paramedics, instruments, etc.
- If treatment is required, NCCRM Raleigh doctors might prescribe you hormonal medications. This will not lessen fibroid size. Instead, it’ll regulate the menstrual cycle.
- They may also suggest Lupron in extreme cases. Doctors refrain from prescribing this because of its side effects.
- Intrauterine Devices (IUD) can be placed inside your uterus. This decreases bleeding caused by fibroid.
- Myomectomy: An operation to remove fibroid. This is especially helpful for those who want to get pregnant. There are three types:
- Abdominal myomectomy
- Laparoscopic myomectomy
- Hysteroscopic myomectomy
- Hysterectomy: Surgery to remove your uterus. Extreme solution, but permanent. You’ll have no excess bleeding, pelvic pressure, urination issues or fibroid growth, but you will no longer have the ability to get pregnant. You may go for:
- Vaginal Hysterectomy
- Abdominal Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE): A relatively new procedure that blocks the flow of blood to your fibroid(s). The growth eventually shrinks and dies.
End note: Don’t always depend on medications. Uterine fibroid growth can be avoided by making lifestyle changes. Reduce junk food and exercise daily (yoga, walking, jogging, swimming, whatever suits).
NCCRM Raleigh
Contact your NCCRM Raleigh doctor if you are experiencing symptoms of uterine fibroids or have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids and are considering treatment. Contact us!
