Uterine Fibroids Complications and Diagnosis

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Uterine Fibroids Complications and
Diagnosis
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If you are interested in learning more about,
uterine fibroids then this article will be
helpful for you. What are fibroids? Fibroids,
also known as uterine myomas, leiomyomas, or
fibromas, are basically tumors of the female
reproductive system. These are compact tumors
made of smooth muscles cells and fibrous
connective tissue that develop in the uterus.
According to a study, about 20 to 50 percent of
women of reproductive age are diagnosed with
fibroids. There are estimates that up to 30 to 77
percent of women are likely to develop fibroids
during their childbearing years. Yet it is
important to understand that majority of tumors
developed are benign (non-cancerous).
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What are the main causes of fibroid
tumors? Although the main causes of fibroids are
still to be discovered, it is believed that a
tumor develops from an aberrant muscle cell
present in the uterus, which increases at a fast
pace due to influence of estrogen. Who is at
high risk for fibroid tumors? Females, who are
approaching menopause are likely to at the
greatest risk for fibroids, due to increased
levels of estrogen. Along with this, women
suffering from obesity are considered to be at an
increased risk. What are the prominent symptoms
of fibroids? Some women who have fibroids have no
symptoms, or show mild symptoms, while some
experience severe symptoms. Here are the
prominent symptoms of fibroids
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1 - Abnormal bleeding between menstrual periods 2
- Pelvic pain (caused as the tumor presses on
pelvic organs) 3 - Frequent urination 4 - Pain
during intercourse 5 - Heavy or prolonged
menstrual periods 6 - Low back pain If you
experience any of these symptoms mentioned, you
should see a physician specializing in uterine
fibroids non-surgical treatment as soon as
possible.
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What are the different types of treatment
procedures for fibroids? Hysterectomy This
procedure involves complete removal of the
uterus. It is a surgical process. Conservative
surgical therapy Conservative surgical therapy
involves a procedure named myomectomy. The
therapy intends to remove the fibroids while
keeping uterus intact to ensure a future
pregnancy. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone
agonists (GnRH agonists) During this treatment,
levels of estrogen are lowered to trigger a
medical menopause. Uterine artery
embolization Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE),
also known as Uterine Fibroid Embolization is a
minimally invasive technique. In this process,
arteries that supply blood to the fibroids are
identified and embolized to block the blood
supply to the fibroids.
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You should consult a physician specializing in
blocked fallopian tubes treatment for information
about the procedure at length. Anti-inflammatory
painkillers
The painkillers are prescribed to those women who
experience pelvic pain or discomfort now and
then. Hope you have found this article useful.
Please do share it with women who are suffering
from uterine fibroids.
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