So, the uterine myoma of the small sizes isbenign neoplasm located in the uterine muscle. Often it is impossible to guess the presence of a tumor - no symptoms, no pain. As a result, a woman finds out about her availability only at a gynecologist's appointment. It should be noted that the varieties of fibroids are many, and they can be very different.
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Who is at risk of developing a tumor?
Usually small uterine fibroids occur infertile women - because it is at this time that the hormonal activity of the ovaries is highest. Another reason to think about - information about hereditary predisposition. If at least one woman in your family found a tumor in her, there is a chance that she will be transmitted further along the female line. In addition, fibroids can develop after all sorts of surgical interventions "on the female side" (abortions, scraping, cauterization), and STDs.
Before choosing the best treatment method,all relevant circumstances should be analyzed. Is the tumor large? Do you suffer from pain in the abdomen? Did menstruation fail? Do you notice any irregularities in the bladder and intestines? You will have to answer all these questions to the gynecologist; only after careful research, the doctor will be able to tell you what actions will lead you to complete recovery.
Is it possible to treat fibroids without surgery?
Do not be frightened in advance and tune in tosurgical intervention. Treatment of uterine fibroids without surgery, in principle, possible. It will be successful if the tumor has not yet reached a large size and was detected within 12 weeks after its appearance. A good sign is the absence of severe bleeding. All this indicates that the tumor is amenable to conservative treatment.
Hormonal therapy
Hormonal drugs are often prescribed to women.during preparation for surgery. Their main duty is to delay surgery and to give the patient easy preparation. In addition, after the treatment, removing the nodes becomes much easier (this is especially important for women who have a predisposition to the formation of adhesions).
Do not forget that even if you do not botherexternal manifestations, it is necessary to visit the gynecologist every six months and pass all tests. Also try to avoid abortions and cauterization - they cause serious harm to the body.