All about Fibroids diagnosis and treatment

Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that develop during childbearing years. Though most fibroids are largely harmless, at times they may cause discomfort and can lead to complications if not treated appropriately. In this blog post, we’ll look at the diagnosis and treatment options available at TheMedison Hospital.

Knowing More About Fibroids

Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that may develop from muscle and fibrous tissues. They may be of some sizes, and usually, a single or multiple number of fibroids can develop at a time. The exact cause of fibroids is unknown but genetics, hormones, and lifestyle could play a role.

Indications of Fibroids

Many women have no symptoms from their fibroids, while other women can suffer from:

• Heavy menstrual flow
• Long durations
• Pelvic pain or pressure
• Frequent urination
• Blockage of Backache or pain in legs Fibroids Diagnosis Diagnosis of fibroids usually involves:

1. Pelvic examination: Physical examination to inspect the size and shape of the uterus.
2. Ultrasound: High-frequency sound waves are passed through the uterus to create pictures and verify fibroids.
3. MRI: Magnetic resonance imaging provides detailed pictures of fibroids and helps in determining their size and number.
4. Lab Tests: Blood tests to help rule out other conditions like anemia from heavy menstrual bleeding.
5. Hysterosonography: A saline injection to the uterine cavity is applied to dilate the uterine cavity to be able to obtain clear images with ultrasound.
6. Hysterosalpingography: Allows the uterine cavity and the fallopian tubes to be highlighted by dye.
7. Hysteroscopy: A small, lighted telescope is put through the cervix into the uterus to look for problems in the cavity of the uterus.

Options Available for Fibroids Treatment

Fibroids are treated based on symptom severity, size and location of the fibroid, and patient desire for fertility preservation.

Medication

1. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists: These drugs reduce fibroids.
2. Progestin-releasing intrauterine device (IUD): The device can be used to alleviate heavy bleeding.
3. Tranexamic acid: This drug is given during menstruation to decrease heavy bleeding.
4. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): These can help to relieve the pain related to fib.

Non-invasive Procedures
1. MRI-guided focused ultrasound surgery (FUS): This procedure focuses on

high-frequency, high-energy sound waves to destroy fibroid tissue.

Minimally Invasive Procedures

1. Uterine artery embolization (UAE): Tiny particles are introduced to the arteries supplying the uterus to cause blood flow to fibroids to decrease, which will reduce their size.
2. Laparoscopic or Robotic Myomectomy: Multiple small incisions are made in the abdomen and the fibroids are removed from the uterus.
3. Hysteroscopic myomectomy: A lighted scope is used to take away fibroids by way of the vaginal route and the cervix.

Traditional Surgery

1. Abdominal myomectomy: This involves making a larger incision in the abdomen to remove fibroids.
2. Hysterectomy: This is the surgical removal of the uterus, which, until now, remains the only absolute permanent cure for fibroids.

Conclusion

At TheMedison Hospital, we offer comprehensive care for fibroids in women, from the latest diagnostic tools to treatment options tailored to meet individual needs. Schedule a consultation with our experienced team today if you have any fibroids-related symptoms or want to know what could be wrong. Your health and well-being are our top priorities.