Uterine Fibroids
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Uterine Fibroids
At Alliance Obstetrics & Gynecology Group, LLC, we understand the significant impact that fibroids can have on a woman's quality of life and we are committed to helping our patients find the most effective, personalized treatment options to alleviate their symptoms and improve their overall well-being. Our team of skilled gynecologists is dedicated to staying at the forefront of research and treatment advances for uterine fibroids, ensuring that our patients have access to the most effective, evidence-based care available.
Our uterine fibroid services include:
- state-of-the-art diagnostic ultrasound to accurately identify the size, location, and number of fibroids
- non-surgical management options such as hormonal therapies and other medical management to help control symptoms and improve quality of life
- minimally invasive surgical treatments such as hysteroscopic myomectomy, laparoscopic myomectomy, radiofrequency ablation (Sonata), and uterine artery embolization which offer faster recovery times with fewer complications
- definitive surgical treatment such as fertility-sparing myomectomy or hysterectomy
- iron and blood transfusions to treat acute anemia
If you are experiencing symptoms of uterine fibroids or have been diagnosed with this condition, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our expert gynecology team and take the first step towards managing your fibroids. We are here to provide the expert guidance, unwavering support, and effective treatment you need to take control of your gynecology health.
Uterine Fibroid Experts
While more than half of all women are believed to have fibroids, they are only symptomatic in some women. The team at Alliance Obstetrics & Gynecology Group, LLC understands the impact that fibroids can have on some women. If you're experiencing heavy bleeding, painful periods, or infertility, there are treatment options available. Schedule your consultation with us. You can book online or by phone.
Fibroid FAQ's
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What are fibroids?
Fibroids are benign (non cancerous) growths found in the uterus. They are made up of smooth muscle cells and connective tissue. They are extremely common, especially in African American and Hispanic women. They can range in number and size and affect different women differently. There are several different types of uterine fibroids and are named based on where they grow:
- submucosal: located under the uterine lining and can push into the uterine cavity
- intramural: located within the wall of the uterus
- subserosal: located on the outer portion of the uterus
- pedunculated: located on “stalks” that connect to the wall of the uterus
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What causes fibroids?
The exact cause of fibroids is unknown. They grow in the presence of estrogen and thus can increase in size during the reproductive years and pregnancy. Similarly, they typically shrink after menopause when estrogen levels decrease.
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What are the symptoms of fibroids?
Not all women with fibroids have symptoms. Small fibroids (less than 3 centimeters) are typically asymptomatic and women with fibroids this size often do not even know they have them. In contrast, in some women fibroids grow very large (10 centimeters or greater) or are numerous. These can cause symptoms such as heavy bleeding, painful periods, bloating, pain with sex, pelvic pain/pressure, infertility, and even bladder/bowel problems.
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How are fibroids diagnosed?
Many women with fibroids are asymptomatic and do not know they have fibroids until a pelvic exam or ultrasound is performed. Most commonly, they are found on routine ultrasound at the time of pregnancy. CT scans and MRIs can also detect fibroids, but these imaging studies are not usually necessary for diagnosis.
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How are fibroids treated?
There are various treatment methods for fibroids including medications to control symptoms. procedures to shrink the size of the fibroids, and surgical interventions to remove the fibroids. The physicians at Alliance Obstetrics & Gynecology Group can help you in selecting the treatment plan that is most appropriate for you.
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Do fibroids need to be removed?
Given that the majority of fibroids are non-cancerous, they do not need to be removed unless they are bothersome. If they are causing significant symptoms, surgery may be recommended. For women desiring future fertility, a myomectomy is performed. It is important to note, however, that with a myomectomy the uterus is spared and fibroids have the ability to regenerate. For women who have completed childbearing, a hysterectomy is typically recommended
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If you have or think you may have fibroids, schedule a consultation with us at Alliance Obstetrics & Gynecology Group, LLC.