WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for July, 1997: Re: A Second Opinion? Multiple Fibroids

Re: A Second Opinion? Multiple Fibroids

From: Kelly (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 3 Jul 1997 19:49:16 -0500 (CDT)

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At Wed, 02 Jul 1997, Fiona wrote: >
>Hi,
>
>Yesterday I was diagnosed to have multiple fibroids thru a scan - 3 fibroids
>about 4 cm diameter and some smaller ones. My gynae has told to go for a total
>hysterectomy ASAP. I have 2 children, aged 10 and 12. I am 38 years old. I have
>been experiencing terrible menstrual cramps for the last 4-5 months. Do you
>think
>I need to see another gynae about the surgery?

I think a second opinion is a wonderful idea, especially if you have questions or concerns that yu feel were not adequately addressed by your doctor.

Are there any drugs which I can >take instead of resorting to surgery which I am so terrified of?

GnRH agonists can help shrink fibroids; there are multiple side effects and limitations to their use however. Sometimes they are very helpful in shrinking fibroids enough to allow a vaginal hysterectomy. Other medications can help with the cramps if they are your only symptom.

You should ask your doctor (or a second opinion doctor) what ALL your options are, along wiht the good points and the bad points of each. Once you have all that information, you and your doctor can TOGETHER decide what's best for you.

Good luck.

-- Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG S. Lake Tahoe, CA

note: Opinions here are for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician. It cannot take the place of a face to face consultation and examination.

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