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Nearly 30% of
all women suffer from Uterine Fibroids. Symptoms related to uterine fibroids
include heavy vaginal bleeding, secondary anemia, abdominal distension,
infertility, and increased miscarriage rates. Uterine fibroids, however, may
grow enormous in size. (see insert) Both medical and surgical options are
available to manage the symptoms due to uterine fibroids. Lupron injections may
serve as a temporary measure to halt excessive vaginal bleeding which may allow
an improvement of severe anemia. Furthermore, Lupron injections may shrink
uterine fibroid size by nearly 40%. However, surgical intervention such as
myomectomy or hysterectomy may be indicated if clinical symptoms warrant.
Uterine Artery Embolization is a relatively new procedure that may show promise
with select cases. Despite the severe symptoms related to uterine fibroids,
diagnosing uterine fibroids is relatively straight forward. Ultrasound is a
simple and painless non radiation imaging modality used to diagnose uterine
fibroids.
If
you feel that you may suffer from uterine fibroids, call us to schedule an
ultrasound appointment today at 718-624-0604.
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Graphics of
Severe
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine Fibroid Photos
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