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Re: large fibroid From: Robert Radnich, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net) Thu, 30 Oct 1997 16:36:27 -0600 (CST) Messages sorted by: [ date ][ thread ][ subject ][ author ] Next message: Michelle: "Endometriosis and Oral Contraceptives" Previous message: T.: "Painful intercouse/Hormonal ring" In reply to: jeanne: "large fibroid" At Thu, 30 Oct 1997, jeanne wrote: > >I have read many times that a hysterectomy is indicated for a "large" >fibroid. What size is considered "large". I have a fibroid which is 16 >weeks size. Also have a cyst on my right ovary which measures 6 cm. >Ultrasound suggests this to be endometriosis. My GYN recommends a >hysterectomy. I have had 2 shots of Lupron . Does all this sound >reasonable? > >Many thanks. > >-- >Jeanne > It sounds as though your physician is taking the appropriate steps. You have not given us your age or symptoms, but I assume you are experiencing significant problems. The Lupron will shrink the fibroids somewhat and suppress the endometriosis. This will make your surgery easier to perform if you decide to proceed. I hope things work out well for you. -- R.H. Radnich,MD,FACOG OB/GYN Associates of Dover 540 S. Governors Ave. Dover, Delaware 19904 Next message: Michelle: "Endometriosis and Oral Contraceptives" Previous message: T.: "Painful intercouse/Hormonal ring" In reply to: jeanne: "large fibroid"

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