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Re: Fibroids and Pregnancy Thanks Dr HillFrom: Jaime (anonymous@obgyn.net)Sun, 31 Jan 1999 22:02:32 -0600 (CST)
At Thu, 28 Jan 1999, D. Ashley Hill, M.D. wrote: > >At Wed, 27 Jan 1999, Jaime wrote: >> >>I am 12 weeks pregnant and after my first ultra sound have been told >>that I have a fibroid at the back of my uterus. > >Jaime- > >I have cared for hundreds of women with fibroids during pregnancy, and >have only had a couple of complications from them. Your doctor was >correct you give you all of the information, but please realize that >very few complications develop from fibroids during pregnancy. > >I cannot quote you the percentage of ladies with fibroids who need a >c/section, but I would guess it's 1 percent or less. A more common >problem is mild to moderate abdominal discomfort off and on throughout >the pregnancy. > >Good luck and congratulations! > >-- >Ashley Hill >David Ashley Hill, M.D. >Associate Director >Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology >Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency >Orlando, FL >http://home.mpinet.net/dahmd > >The above is intended for general medical education, >and is not for specific medical advice. >I apologize, but I am unable to answer personal e-mail >due to time constraints. > I would just like to say thanks you for your time. Your information is encouraging, and will try and relax and enjoy my pregnancy as you suggest. I will let you know how we get on!! Thanks Jaime
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