About Myomas & Uterine Fibroids
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Myomas, also called uterine fibroids, are one of the most common types of benign growths that appear in the uterus. While not cancerous, these growths do have the potential to cause various problems with the reproductive system. At miVIP, we can offer comprehensive treatment solutions for these and other uterine conditions. Uterine fibroids attach to the muscle layer that makes up the lining of the uterus. These growths can occur on either the inside or the outside of the uterus, and they appear as small, round lumps made up of dense, solid tissue. Uterine fibroids generally remain small, and as long as they do they tend to stay asymptomatic. However, if fibroids start to grow, they can become a source of pain or discomfort. One thing that makes this condition confusing is that it goes by several different names in medical literature. Uterine fibroids may be referred to by any of the following names:
Myomas
Uterine Fibroids
Fibroid Tumors
Statistics
Uterine fibroids are quite common. Between 20% and 50% of women who are childbearing age have them. It is difficult to pin down an exact number because many women with myomas do not know that they have them. It seems that the condition becomes more common with age, though women who do not develop it by the time they reach menopause are unlikely to.
Causes
It is unclear exactly what causes uterine fibroids, though the female hormones estrogen and progesterone seem to have something to do with it. These hormones are highest during childbearing years, so this is when the prevalence of uterine fibroids is also highest.
Common Symptoms
Uterine fibroids generally do not cause noticeable symptoms. However, in cases where they do, those symptoms may include the following:
Very heavy or long menstrual periods
Severe cramping that may be felt in the stomach or the backs of the legs in addition to the back
Pain or pressure in the pelvic area
Painful sexual intercourse
Frequent urination, incontinence, or inability to urinate caused by pressure on the bladder
Bloating or constipation caused by pressure on the bowel
In very rare cases, fibroid tumors can develop into cancer.
Treatment Options
Uterine fibroids are diagnosed via an initial pelvic exam and an ultrasound to determine the size, location, and number of fibroids that are present. Fibroids that are currently not causing any symptoms do not need to be treated, but your doctor may schedule regular pelvic exams so he or she can monitor their growth and distribution. When symptoms are relatively light, it is often possible to treat them with medication. Over the counter or prescription pain medication can help stop cramping, and birth control pills can be used to regulate the hormone level in your bloodstream which may shrink the fibroids or halt their growth. In cases where heavy bleeding leads to anemia, iron supplements may be prescribed. However, if symptoms continue to worsen or conventional remedies do not alleviate the problems, you may want to look into a surgical solution for your uterine fibroids. There are two main types of surgery for removing uterine fibroids:
Myomectomy: In this procedure, the fibroids are removed from the uterus. It is the preferred option for women who are hoping to get pregnant, though it may result in the fibroids growing back.
Hysterectomy: This procedure involves removing the uterus completely. It is the only sure way of getting rid of fibroids for good. Symptoms should disappear entirely, but the woman is no longer able to get pregnant.
Likely Prognosis
A myomectomy generally requires no more than 48 hours in the hospital and one to four weeks of at-home recovery, depending upon the extent of the procedure. A hysterectomy is slightly more involved and requires between 48 and 72 hours of post-op recovery time in the hospital, and four to six weeks of recovery time at home.
Call Us Today
The doctors at miVIP specialize in minimally-invasive surgical solutions for uterine fibroids. Call us today at 855-496-4847 to schedule a consultation and begin working towards a course of treatment.
1:25
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Myomas, also called uterine fibroids, are one of the most common types of benign growths that appear in the uterus. While not cancerous, these growths do have the potential to cause various problems with the reproductive system. At miVIP, we can offer comprehensive treatment solutions for these and other uterine conditions. Uterine fibroids attach to the muscle layer that makes up the lining of the uterus. These growths can occur on either the inside or the outside of the uterus, and they appear as small, round lumps made up of dense, solid tissue. Uterine fibroids generally remain small, and as long as they do they tend to stay asymptomatic. However, if fibroids start to grow, they can become a source of pain or discomfort. One thing that makes this condition confusing is that it goes by several different names in medical literature. Uterine fibroids may be referred to by any of the following names:
Myomas
Uterine Fibroids
Fibroid Tumors
Statistics
Uterine fibroids are quite common. Between 20% and 50% of women who are childbearing age have them. It is difficult to pin down an exact number because many women with myomas do not know that they have them. It seems that the condition becomes more common with age, though women who do not develop it by the time they reach menopause are unlikely to.
Causes
It is unclear exactly what causes uterine fibroids, though the female hormones estrogen and progesterone seem to have something to do with it. These hormones are highest during childbearing years, so this is when the prevalence of uterine fibroids is also highest.
Common Symptoms
Uterine fibroids generally do not cause noticeable symptoms. However, in cases where they do, those symptoms may include the following:
Very heavy or long menstrual periods
Severe cramping that may be felt in the stomach or the backs of the legs in addition to the back
Pain or pressure in the pelvic area
Painful sexual intercourse
Frequent urination, incontinence, or inability to urinate caused by pressure on the bladder
Bloating or constipation caused by pressure on the bowel
In very rare cases, fibroid tumors can develop into cancer.
Treatment Options
Uterine fibroids are diagnosed via an initial pelvic exam and an ultrasound to determine the size, location, and number of fibroids that are present. Fibroids that are currently not causing any symptoms do not need to be treated, but your doctor may schedule regular pelvic exams so he or she can monitor their growth and distribution. When symptoms are relatively light, it is often possible to treat them with medication. Over the counter or prescription pain medication can help stop cramping, and birth control pills can be used to regulate the hormone level in your bloodstream which may shrink the fibroids or halt their growth. In cases where heavy bleeding leads to anemia, iron supplements may be prescribed. However, if symptoms continue to worsen or conventional remedies do not alleviate the problems, you may want to look into a surgical solution for your uterine fibroids. There are two main types of surgery for removing uterine fibroids:
Myomectomy: In this procedure, the fibroids are removed from the uterus. It is the preferred option for women who are hoping to get pregnant, though it may result in the fibroids growing back.
Hysterectomy: This procedure involves removing the uterus completely. It is the only sure way of getting rid of fibroids for good. Symptoms should disappear entirely, but the woman is no longer able to get pregnant.
Likely Prognosis
A myomectomy generally requires no more than 48 hours in the hospital and one to four weeks of at-home recovery, depending upon the extent of the procedure. A hysterectomy is slightly more involved and requires between 48 and 72 hours of post-op recovery time in the hospital, and four to six weeks of recovery time at home.
Call Us Today
The doctors at miVIP specialize in minimally-invasive surgical solutions for uterine fibroids. Call us today at 855-496-4847 to schedule a consultation and begin working towards a course of treatment.
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