| Before we talk about treatment, let's start with a discussion about the human body and about your medical condition.
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Your gynecologist has recommended that you have surgery to remove fibroid tumors from your uterus. But what does that actually mean? |
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The uterus is part of a woman's reproductive system. It's the organ that contains and protects a growing fetus during pregnancy. |
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Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that grow on the inner or outer wall of the uterus. They are quite common - as many as 20% of women over 30 have them. In most cases fibroids do not cause any discomfort and are never detected. |
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Occasionally, however, fibroid tumors can cause problems. Complications from fibroid growth can include: |
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- Pressure on the urinary system.
- Pressure on the intestines.
- Interference with the reproductive system
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Because these tumors can grow to be very large, surgery is usually recommended in order to restore health and to protect the uterus. |
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