What are uterine fibroids and how to treat it?

Posted by Diego on February 24th, 2016

Most women would come to know about uterine fibroids when they are already too large and uterine removal is the only solution. One of the reasons such uterine fibroids treatments in Brooklyn is required is because most women wouldn’t see the inside of a gynecologist’s office until they have some problem. A regular check up could however help you detect any such problem well in advance.

Every woman must make a routine to visit a gynecologist once in 6 months or a year to ensure that their reproductive system is healthy and safe. Our experienced and licensed gynecologists and obstetricians at Dr. Sorkin can help with any kind of problems you may have.

So, what are Fibroids?

Fibroids are muscular tumors that can grow within the uterus walls. Even if you are asked for uterine fibroids treatments in Brooklyn, you don't have to worry about them because most of them are not cancerous. There can be single or multiple fibroids in the uterus.

Symptoms of Fibroids

The following symptoms can tell that you may have fibroids:

• Heavy amount of bleeding
• You have periods with lots of pain
• A feeling of fullness in the lower stomach area
• Increased frequency of urination
• Lower abdomen enlargement
• Pain in the lower back
• Pregnancy complications, including cesarean risk
• Rarely reproductive issues like infertility
• Pain during sex

Diagnosing Uterine Fibroids

Imaging tests can be conducted for testing fibroids:

• Ultrasound
• X-rays
• Cat Scan (CT)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Hysterosalpingogram

Treatment of Fibroids

Sometimes fibroids may not show any symptoms. If you visit a gynecologist regularly, it is possible that such fibroids can be detected well in advance. In this case the uterine fibroids treatments in Brooklyn will depend on many factors.

• The size of the uterine fibroids
• If you want to become pregnant in the future
• Where the fibroids are located
• Your age
• How far away is the menopause

Those having fibroids with mild symptoms may be suggested to take medications. This may also include iron supplementation if the bleeding is heavy during the periods. In such case advanced stage uterine fibroids treatments in Brooklyn may not be required.

If you have any queries about fibroid treatments or other reproductive system problems, feel free to get in touch with us at Dr. Sorkin Center for Women’s Health. Our gynecologists in Brooklyn will be pleased to answer your queries. Give us a call today at 718 743 5300 or send us your query via the Contact Us form. You may also book an appointment online using the form.