A Fibroid Tumor – How To Avoid A Hysterectomy
A fibroid tumor of the uterus, otherwise known as a myoma, is the most common reason that a woman visits her gynecologist in the ten years leading up to menopause and also one of the most common reasons for a woman in her thirties or forties, to be advised to have a hysterectomy. Fibroid tumors are round, non cancerous lumps of the muscular wall of the uterus, made up of smooth muscle and connective tissue and they normally occur in groups. They start off fairly small but can grow to the size of a grapefruit and are normally accompanied by heavy, painful and irregular periods.
A uterine fibroid tumor is caused by too much estrogen in the body which stimulates its growth whilst a lack of estrogen causes the fibroids to disappear. Many women in their mid thirties begin to experience non ovulating menstrual cycles and as they approach the decade before the menopause they are producing less progesterone than normal and possibly more estrogen. They retain water and salt, their breasts enlarge, they gain weight, become depressed , lose their sex drive, suffer mineral loss in their bones and they develop fibroids. All of these symptoms point to a dominance of estrogen. Conventional medicine would normally advise a woman at this stage to have a hysterectomy but it has been discovered that by balancing the hormones, naturally, fibroids can be prevented from growing and may even decrease in size and then, once menopause is reached, the fibroids will naturally disperse of their own accord.
So it is important for any pre menopausal woman who has fibroids to reduce her estrogen levels and to take a supplemental dose of progesterone. Taken regularly the progesterone will level out the hormone balance and prevent any fibroids from getting larger. An ultrasound after three months will hopefully show that the fibroids have either remained the same size or decreased. Other effective ways of slowing fibroid growth is by exercising, reducing stress levels and reducing calories. By adopting these methods there is every chance that that fibroids will not grow and cause problems and there will be no need for a hysterectomy to be carried out. If a woman can get her hormones balanced and her menstrual cycle in a regular pattern, then conditions such as uterine fibroid tumors and ovarian cysts, stand very little chance of occurring.
So many women are led to believe that medication and surgery are their only options when dealing with conditions such as fibroids and ovarian cysts, but trust me when I say that natural treatments can and do work. You no longer have to live with the worry and pain of a fibroid tumor.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
Can having a fibroid tumor limit my chances of getting a scholarship to teach and study overseas?
I want to teach English in S.Korea, and the application asks if I have a disease. I have a fibroid tumor and I was wondering if putting this on the application could limit my chances of getting accepted? Do you think it would be okay if I didn’t put it on there?-
ANSWER:
No.
Having a Fibroid Tumor? Is not classified as a disease.
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QUESTION:
What is the high risk of getting pregnant with fibroid tumor?
I want to get pregnant again but i don’t know what high risk for me to get pregnant again i have fibroid tumor on my left side of my uterus.My mom keeps telling me not to get pregnant too soon because of the fibroid tumor but i want another baby should i talk to my doctor about it has anyone had fibroid tumor still got pregnant carry a baby full term.-
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I don’t have any experience with that, but I think you should talk to your doctor about how you feel. tell him you really want to try for another baby, and see what he says. You never know, it might be perfectly safe. Make sure you go over all of the risks and everything with him before you make your decision. good luck to you.
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How can a fibroid tumor affect my pregnancy?
I am 22 years old and about 8 weeks pregnant. My doctor told me I have a fibroid tumor and immediately i was worried about my baby. I asked him how it could affect my pregnancy and he said it could cause miscarriages or pre-term labor. He would’nt give me any other answers. I’m wondering how else could it affect my baby, how common are complications, and anything else anyone could tell me about this. I’m so worried please help!!-
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I was told the same thing before I got pregnant and when I did get pregnant I was in a constant stress worrying about having a miscarriage. Thankfully my baby is fine. As long as you are in or past your 2nd trimester your baby is fine. Fibroids tend to shrink or expand but more often they shrink due to pregnancy hormones.
But if you are still worried, consult another ob or specialist to ease your mind. All that worrying can affect your baby.
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QUESTION:
Will a doctor advise trying to get pregnant if a woman has a submucus fibroid tumor?
I’m writing a story about a woman who has a uterine fibroid tumor (totally benign, but causing all kinds of problems). She will have to have a hysterectomy within the next year or so because of all of the problems the tumor is causing. She wants to have children some day, so I want to know if her doctor would advise her to start trying to get pregnant before her symptoms get too bad.-
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I don’t think a doctor would advise that. It’s too risky for the baby.
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Why does fibroid tumor make you have a miscarriage or stillborn?
I lost my baby i had a fibroid tumor i want to get pregnant again but i don’t what is the chance of having another miscarriage i was 16 weeks long when i lost my baby plus i had D&C about 4 weeks ago can i start trying again I don’t know why fibroid tumor make you have a miscarriage or have a stillborn any advice from anyone who went through the same thing and still trying to get pregnant with a fibroid tumor.-
ANSWER:
I read your question and I understand your frustration, my dear.Believe it or not, my husband and I tried to conceive for more than 8-months. We tried to refrain from sex for days and even weeks but it didn’t help.
Worst part is, there were empty hopes – I thought I was pregnant but in the end I wasn’t. It’s really frustrating and I understand that.I was in Yahoo Answers and in this section quite some time ago and I ask a question similar to yours and a person recommended me a book. It’s entitled “Getting Pregnant Bible”. I swear it’s like a gift from God!
It teaches stuffs like the seven things you need to do before even you try to get pregnant to ensure a healthy pregnancy; the appropriate diet to conceive; how to increase your husband’s sperm count; the ovulation cycle and many others!
I am already having my 4th child now! I really recommend that you try reading this book out. Also, they are currently giving free bonus books like fertility secrets and choosing your baby gender! It’s for a limited time only!
Learn more about it here:
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