Myoma Uteri (Uterine Fibroids) They are generally benign tumors that grow from the muscle tissue of the uterus.
It occurs in approximately 25-50% of women between the ages of 30-40.
Risk factors
Age (older women are at higher risk than younger women)
African American race
Obesity
Family history of uterine fibroids
high blood pressure
not being pregnant
Vitamin D deficiency
Food additive consumption
Use of soy milk
Symptoms
Heavy menstrual bleeding, painful periods
Menstrual periods that last longer than a week
Pelvic pressure or pain
Frequent urination
Difficulty emptying the bladder
Constipation
Back pain or leg pain
Diagnosis
Diagnosis can be made very easily with USG.
Treatment
The patient and the doctor determine the personalized treatment option together.
The location of the myoma, its size, the symptoms it causes, the fertility status of the patient, and the menopause status are effective in making this decision.
Among the Options
Wait and follow with Usg
Laparoscopic, robotic or open myomectomy (surgery)
Hysteroscopic myomectomy
Arterial embolization
Hysterectomy (removal of the uterus)
