WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for August, 1999: Re: FIBROID TUMORS-Followup Question From Dr. Hill's Response

Re: FIBROID TUMORS-Followup Question From Dr. Hill's Response

From: Linda (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 20 Aug 1999 09:41:20 -0500 (CDT)

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At Sun, 15 Aug 1999, Michaela wrote: >
>Hello Anne:
>
>Just saw your post and wanted to let you know I had a fibroid problem
>similar to yours. I am 45 and last March I had many fibroids (37!)
>removed, also 2 ovarian cysts, endo and one endometrial polyp. I had
>severe bleeding for a year and a half, unpredictable periods and I had
>to have BC pills prescribed in order to control the bleeding. Well, the
>control was really elusive, because I knew I had to buy time in order to
>find a non-H solution for this problem. Local doctors ALL suggested
>Hyst, but I refused due to my own personal beliefs in this area. I
>almost took Lupron, but I didn't want to worry about hormonal side
>effects, and I was told that because my uterus was 20 cm (5 month
>pregnancy) and it looked like a "bag of marbles" it should be removed.
>Finally, after a year of intensive research (my chemical background did
>come in handy), I found the Institute for Alternative Medicine in LA
>which specializes in non-H options for non-cancerous conditions. I had
>the surgery and it was the best thing I had done for my health in years.
>I began normal 3-day periods within 2 months, and this in itself is a
>blessing. I also had my 31/2 month checkup back in LA - laparoscopic
>procedure - and everything was NORMAL! I mean I saw the videotape, just
>as the surgery video for that matter, and I was trying to find some scar
>tissue around the uterus and ovaries, but it was all CLEAR. So, my
>point is, you have many options short of H - why not check them all
>before you do anything drastic?
>BTW, the website with this info is drdeljuncojr.com, and if you need
>more details you can also email me. Also, my PPO insurance DID cover
>this procedure, called FAS (Female Alternative Surgery)as an
>out-of-network provider. So read on - Good luck and happy surfing!
>
>Michaela,

I too have large fibroid tumors and so far, 2 GYN's have said my only option is H. I don't buy it. I've already begun using natural progesteron cream (over the counter at health food store)... and my symptoms of heavy bleeding, extreme low back pain, cramping, and anemia have been reduced by 80%. My cycles are now normal and regular. I've also switched to a low fat, non-dairy, high fiber, and high soy diet. This has also helped. If I must have the fibroids removed, I have discovered a process called "uterine tumor embolization" which cuts off blood supply to fibroids and they shrink. Both GYN's didn't know anything about it because it's a radiological procedure and they won't make any money off of it if I choose this route. With an H, they make around $25,000 in this region so I've been told. So I understand why they're pushing organ removal. Women have to remember medical care is a business and if GYN's don't do surgery, they can't stay in business so naturally they're going to push the procedure that brings in the most revenue. My doctor also said "stress" doesn't have any affect on fibroid growth . I also have found a great deal of evidence to the contrary. If you would like more information on embolization procedures, I e-mailed UCLA which developed the process. You only get a small incision in groin and recovery time in only a few days vs 1-2 months for H. Plus no scars or organ removal. If anyone has additional info on this subject, please share.

--
Linda

>
>>>At Mon, 9 Aug 1999, JOANNE wrote:
>>>>
>>>>I am a 46 year old woman.  I was diagnosed with a large fibroid tumor --
>>>>equivalent to a 23 week pregnanc.  My uterus measures 18.5 cm.  My
>>>>periods are 2-3 times heavier than a year ago.
>>
>Anne
>
>--
>Michaela
>

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