WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for February, 2002: Re: fibroids

Re: fibroids

From: D.N. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 2 Feb 2002 21:10:05 -0600 (CST)

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Hi Sonja,

I agree with you about myomectomy. When I had my hyst, I was told that you could still end up with a hyst during a myomectomy because of the blood loss issue. Because I was already very anemic and the size of my fibroids, a hyst was my only answer.

I don't know if this would work in your situation, but what about endometrial ablation. One of the docs here might be able to shed some light on this.

Also, if your fibroids are not symptomatic, what about Lupron to see if it would shrink it?

Just some ideas to think about.

Best wishes,

-- D.N.

At Sat, 2 Feb 2002, Sonja wrote: > >I have recently had an U/S which showed that I have an 8 cm intermural >fibroid. I have few symptoms but I'm concerned about the size. I have >read a lot about the various treatment options on the net but I'm still >unsure about which treatment to choose (if any). The gyno I went to see >suggested a myomectomy but I have lots of reservations about the >procedure such as adhesions, blood loss and the long recovery period. My >GP thought I was the "ideal candidate" for a hysterectomy!! I feel angry >about this because no other alternatives were not discussed. This is >out of the question and I would only view the procedure as a last >resort. I am seeking a referral to a surgeon or gyno who is skilled in >alternative treatments, up-to-date with the latest procedures and feels >the same way as I do re: a hysterecomy. I hope someone can help.

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