Uterine fibroids are tumours appearing in or on the uterus wall/womb and are usually benign [non-cancerous]. Depending on where the fibroids are, Severe cramping period pain and heavy menstrual bleeding are associated with/without other symptoms like diffuse pain and pressure in the abdomen. Fibroids consist of muscle cells and connective tissues. Their size, shape, and location vary.
Pedunculated Submucosal Fibroid
Intramural Fibroids
Submucosal Fibroid
Subserosal Fibroid
Cervical Fibroid
- Pedunculated Submucosal Fibroids [Under The Lining Of The Womb]
- Intramural Fibroids [In the wall of the womb]
- Submucosal Fibroids [under the lining of the womb]
- Subserosal Fibroids [On the outside of the womb]
- Cervical Fibroids [In the cervix]
Symptoms of uterine fibroids vary from person to person. They include pain in the pelvic region, heavy bleeding during periods, frequent urination, bloating, lower back pain, and pain during sexual intercourse. Fibroids usually cause symptoms if they affect the function of the womb. Larger fibroids sometimes push against nearby organs like the bladder or bowel, and “Pedunculated” fibroids may cause sudden and severe pain. These are all common signs of uterine fibroids.
Genes play a role. Why fibroids develop has yet to be discovered. The female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone have a significant influence. Fibroids can’t grow without these natural hormones. Women who have never been pregnant. Women who are overweight. It’s also hard to predict how a fibroid will continue to develop over time.
Uterine fibroids in or on the womb (uterus) are usually benign [non-cancerous]. Depending on where the fibroids are, Severe, cramping period pain and heavy menstrual bleeding are associated with/without other symptoms like diffuse pain and pressure in the abdomen. Fibroids consist of muscle cells and connective tissues. Their size, shape, and location vary.
Uterine fibroids in or on the womb (uterus) are non-cancerous. Depending on where the fibroids are, Severe, cramping period pain and heavy menstrual bleeding are associated with/without other symptoms like diffuse pain and pressure in the abdomen. Fibroids consist of muscle cells and connective tissues. Their size, shape, and location vary.
Uterine fibroids in or on the womb (uterus) are usually benign [non-cancerous]. Depending on where the fibroids are, Severe, cramping period pain and heavy menstrual bleeding are associated with/without other symptoms like diffuse pain and pressure in the abdomen. Fibroids consist of muscle cells and connective tissues. Their size, shape, and location vary.
WHAT CAUSES FIBROIDS IN WOMEN?
Fibroids affect up to 50 per cent of all women, and high levels of estrogen increase the risk of developing these growths. Fibroids may also have genetic causes. Fibroids are most common in women in their 30s and 40s.
HOW ARE FIBROIDS DIAGNOSED?
A pelvic Exam helps you identify fibroids; an ultrasound scan of the uterus and pelvic region gives a better understanding and clarity.
CAN FIBROIDS TURN INTO CANCER?
Fibroids very rarely become cancerous. Less than one in every 1,000 women will develop a cancerous fibroid. Current research suggests that fibroids do not increase your risk of cancer either.
ARE FIBROIDS PAINFUL?
Most of the fibroid cases cause few to no symptoms. However, patients can occasionally experience fibroid cyst pain. The patients typically describe the pain as dull pressure in the pelvic area.
DOES FIBROIDS CAUSE FERTILITY ISSUES?
Most uterine fibroid cases do not cause infertility. However, they can make conception [conceiving] more difficult as they may block the fallopian tubes and minimize the space within the uterus.
WHEN SHOULD I SEEK TREATMENT FOR FIBROIDS?
You do not need to seek treatment for fibroids unless you have noticed discomfort or painful symptoms. Many patients don’t experience symptoms at all. However, Doctor Sumana S & the team at Atharv Women Care & Fertility Centre can help treat fibroids and with care.
Please check the details on the gynaecological treatment for uterine fibroids at Atharv Women Care & Fertility Center in Nagarbhavi.