Fibroids are muscular uterine tumours that grow in the wall of the uterus and are mostly non-cancerous. Symptoms range from pain with periods associated with heavy menstrual bleeding and occur in 20 to 80% of women by the time they reach 50. Managing fibroids optimally is important not only for symptom control but also important for optimising fertility as they can cause access issues to the ovaries and distort the uterine cavity so as to affect embryo implantation. Fibroids can be treated both by conservative means using hormonal methods and surgically and treatment choice is very dependant on the woman’s stage in life and fertility aspirations. Dr. Maha will be able to expertly help you navigate this clinical situation and help you choose the best option to suit your situation.
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