FIBROID; SYMPTOMS, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

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Some noted symptoms of Fibroid include;

 Sensation of fullness or pressure in the lower abdomen;

 Increased urination because of pressure on the bladder;

 Painful menstruation;

 There may be constipation or back pain if it presses the rectum.

However, in most cases there are no symptoms. Fibroid is most times diagnosed during examination for a different condition. Where symptoms are present, they may depend on the size and position of the Fibroid. The effect of large Fibroid will depend on their position in relation to the uterine cavity. The nearer to the cavity, the greater the likelihood of symptoms. Which are often menstrual disturbances. Excessive menstrual bleeding is usual especially on the second and third day. If the fibroid is within the uterine cavity, their may be continuous bloody discharge.


DIAGNOSIS

For women complaining of infertility, Fibroid should however not be considered the cause of the infertility until other factors have been eliminated.

The diagnosis of Fibroid is made during physical examination by a doctor. An ultra-sound of the lower abdomen however would confirm diagnosis.



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TREATMENT

There are some supplements which have been helpful in the treatment of Fibroid. While some of these supplements have been frivolous claims to its efficacy, some have however been successful in some persons. However, Fibroid treatment depends on the severity of symptoms. Viz;

 Age of the Patient

 Whether or not she is pregnant

 Desire for future pregnancy

 General state of health

 Characteristics of the Fibroid


Non symptomatic Fibroid may only require monitoring with pelvic examination or ultrasound once in a while to determine its growth rate and whether or not there are changes.

Pain killers may be taken by those who have menstrual pain. Where the Fibroid presents with sever symptoms or complications. Fibroids definitive treatment is surgery. The kind of surgery will depend on factors such as those earlier mentioned. It ranges from just removing Fibroid to complete removal of uterus.


This article's coverage of the information is as complete as it can be today. But you should always leave open the possibility that future research could uncover new facts.