Large fibroids
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Large fibroids
Hello.
I am a 38 year old black woman with several fibroids. The largest is about 73 mm by 66 mm and another is about 79 mm. I have been advised to have either a myomectomy or a hysterectomy. I am not keen on surgery and would prefer a less invasive option. I am also anaemic and taking iron suppliments as I cannot be operated on until my iron level rises to normal.
I have read that fibroids are more common in black women and do not necessarily cause harm. I do not bleed heaviliy nor do I have severe pain when menstrating. Furthermore, my abdomen is not extended or swollen. The fibroids were discovred on a routine check. Do I really have to have the operation?
Thank you in advance for your feedback.
I am a 38 year old black woman with several fibroids. The largest is about 73 mm by 66 mm and another is about 79 mm. I have been advised to have either a myomectomy or a hysterectomy. I am not keen on surgery and would prefer a less invasive option. I am also anaemic and taking iron suppliments as I cannot be operated on until my iron level rises to normal.
I have read that fibroids are more common in black women and do not necessarily cause harm. I do not bleed heaviliy nor do I have severe pain when menstrating. Furthermore, my abdomen is not extended or swollen. The fibroids were discovred on a routine check. Do I really have to have the operation?
Thank you in advance for your feedback.
- Mr. Hugh Byrne, MRCOG
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Re: Large fibroids
I think this got posted twice, so I've answered the other one...
Mr Hugh Byrne
Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
St Georges Hospital
http://www.talkhealthpartnership.com/online_clinics/experts/mr_hugh_byrne.php
Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
St Georges Hospital
http://www.talkhealthpartnership.com/online_clinics/experts/mr_hugh_byrne.php