The month of July is marked by Fibroid Awareness Month, an initiative created to draw attention to uterine fibroids. Under this medical condition, non-cancerous growths of the uterus often appear during the childbearing years for women. According to Fibroids Free, the condition affects women between the ages of 35 and 54.
Let us see how this condition manifests in patients:
The Cleveland Clinic defines this condition as the growth of non-cancerous tumors in and on your uterus. It has also been reported that not all fibroids cause symptoms but in some cases there are indicators that may indicate the presence of the condition.
The report also states that fibroids can grow in single nodules or in clusters. Fibroid clusters can range in size from 1 mm to more than 8 inches in diameter or even larger. It has been reported that these benign tumors can be as large as the size of a watermelon. Tumor growth can occur within the wall of the uterus, inside the main cavity of the organ, or even on the outer surface. Fibroids can vary in size, number, and location within and within one’s uterus.
Symptoms:
Some common symptoms of fibroids include pain, fatigue, infertility and miscarriage. Life-disrupting symptoms may include painful periods, including heavy or infrequent menstrual bleeding, debilitating cramps, pelvic pain, pressure, pain during intercourse, and weakness. Some patients may also experience bloating or swelling in the lower abdomen, back or leg pain, bowel or bladder dysfunction, constipation, diarrhea and rectal discomfort.
treatment:
Regular check-ups are necessary to detect fibroids. Although small fibroids that do not show any symptoms cannot be treated at all, constant monitoring of the condition is necessary. People who experience symptoms of fibroids usually require treatment.
Treatment of fibroids usually depends on what kind of symptoms a person experiences. Doctors may prescribe over-the-counter pain relievers that can be used to manage the discomfort and pain caused by fibroids. Or iron supplements if the patient has anemia from excessive bleeding. In some cases, birth control pills may also be prescribed to help with fibroid symptoms – especially heavy bleeding and menstrual cramps during and between periods. The doctor may also recommend surgical removal of the tumor.
Disclaimer: The above information has been obtained from various websites/media reports. The website does not guarantee 100% accuracy of the facts. It is highly recommended to consult your doctor for any query or treatment.
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