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Fibroids treatment available to women…Know more…

Tuesday, 10th August 2021

Dr. Madhuri Roy, gynecologist and IVF consultant, founder and CEO of Conceive IVF, said that 4,444 uterine fibroids in Pune (fibroids) are the most common benign tumors. IVF and gynecological consultant, founder and managing director of Conceive IVF, Dr. Madhuri Roy said that in India, the prevalence of fibroids is reported to be 37.65% among the rural population.

India is 24%. Urban population. "experts added that such fibroids are not cancerous and generally do not show symptoms in the early stages, but in 30% of cases, due to abnormal uterine bleeding (massive menstrual bleeding causing anemia) and pelvic pressure (urinary Symptoms, constipation, and painful intercourse. Clinically, women experience pelvic masses, pelvic pain, infertility, and obstetric complications.

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"Women can have different levels of these symptoms. Many women can postpone treatment of fibroids if they feel that they can control their symptoms. But as with all medical conditions, the sooner the disease is treated, the easier and more effective  treatment may be.

 Important facts about fibroids

 * Fibroids will get worse over time. If not treated in time, the size and number of uterine fibroids will  continue to grow.

 * The bleeding will become heavier and may be accompanied by severe cramps and anemia.

 * As fibroids grow, the abdomen may swell.

 * May put extra pressure on the bladder and cause frequent urination or incontinence.

 * May cause infertility.

 "All these symptoms affect women's lives in many ways. Untreated fibroids can even cause relationship problems due to symptoms and potential negative effects on fertility," said Dr. Roy.

 Treatment Hysterectomy

 Invasive uterine fibroids surgery, such as hysterectomy, including removal of the uterus. It may take several weeks to recover.

 Laparoscopic myomectomy

 Laparoscopic myomectomy attempts to remove fibroids while keeping the uterus intact. It does not require long periods of rest, but it still requires invasive surgery. Fortunately, the advancement of modern medical technology has given birth to non-surgical treatment of fibroids, which can effectively remove fibroids, and the recovery time is much faster than traditional surgery.

 Fibroids Embolization

 Fibroids embolization is one of the most innovative treatments for fibroids available to women today. This minimally invasive surgery is performed in a surgical setting with mild sedation to minimize any discomfort.

Patients spend the night under observation and resume normal activities in five days. Some of the benefits of this treatment include a small incision to insert the catheter. Recovery is faster than laparoscopic surgery and does not require general anesthesia, "said Dr. Roy.

Hysteroscopic Myomectomy - Treatment of Infertility Caused by Fibroids

If fibroids grow in the uterine cavity, they can cause infertility. But they can be removed. Safely Using Hysteroscopic Hysterectomy Therefore, if you have any of these symptoms, see your doctor immediately. "A simple ultrasound can diagnose fibroids. Discuss the personalized treatment plan that is best for you," said Dr. Roy.

The News Talkie Bureau

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