Fibroid Uterus and Its types

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Fibroid Uterus

• What are fibroids?

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WHAT ARE FIBROIDS?

• Fibroids are non-cancerous abnormal growths that
  develop in or on a womans uterus during a
  woman's childbearing years.
• Sometimes these tumors become quite large and
  cause severe abdominal pain and heavy periods. 80
  percent of women have them by the age of 50.
  However, most women dont have any symptoms and
  may never know they have fibroids.

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What are the different types of fibroids?

• The type of fibroid a woman develops depends on
  its location in or on the uterus.
• Intramural fibroids
• Subserosal fibroids
• Pedunculated fibroids
• Submucosal fibroids

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Who is at risk for fibroids?

• Women are at greater risk for developing fibroids
  if they have one or more of the following risk
  factors
• pregnancy
• a family history of fibroids
• age of 30 or older
• African-American
• a high body weight

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What are the symptoms of fibroids?

• Your symptoms will depend on the number of tumors
  you have as well as their location and size.
  Symptoms of fibroids may include
• heavy bleeding between or during your periods
  that includes blood clots
• pain in the pelvis or lower back
• increased menstrual cramping
• increased urination
• pain during intercourse
• menstruation that lasts longer than usual
• pressure or fullness in your lower abdomen
• swelling or enlargement of the abdomen

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How are fibroids diagnosed?

• For a proper diagnosis, youll need to see a
  gynaecologist to get a pelvic exam. This exam is
  used to check the condition, size, and shape of
  your uterus. You may also need other tests, which
  include
• Ultrasound
• Pelvic MRI

How are fibroids treated?
It can be treated with medication or can be
operated. Your doctor will decide which one is
best for you.
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