Sunday, July 13, 2008

Uterine Fibroids




Fibroids are non cancerous growths that occur in the uterus. Fibroid occur in about every 3-4 women.
Symptoms:
-pain
-leg pain
-constipation
-urinary incontinence
Testing includes:
-routine pelvic exam
-US,CT, or MRI with ultrasound being the better exam
Treatment includes:
-medication
-myomectomy
-hysterectomy

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