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Re: Long bleeding, fibroids and exercise
From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 17 Apr 2003 08:13:06 -0500 (CDT)

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At Thu, 17 Apr 2003, Lana wrote: >
>I am 43 years old. My last period started on April 5, and I am still
>spotting red blood. I started oral Provera 4 days ago to regulate my
>cycle. I also have fibroids, one large and several smaller. Can I
>exercise in a gym while I am still bleeding? I take step aerobics
>classes and do weight training. I also have read somewhere on the
>Internet that it is not good to do abdominal exercises when you have
>fibroids? Is it true?
>
>I appreciate your comments very much.

Well, it depends on the size and situation of the fibroids, sometimes increased abdominal pressure may influence on menstrual bleeding.

-- Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. Director Obgyn.net Latina Chief of Staff Obstetrics, Hospital J. A. Fernández Buenos Aires Argentina Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.
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