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Fibroids of the Uterus
Medical Questions » Fibroids of the Uterus
| Name: Fibroids of the Uterus |
| Also known as: Uterine Fibroids |
| The formation of one or more hard fibrous balls in the wall of the uterus (womb). |
Causes of Fibroids of the Uterus
The uterus is made up of muscular, fibrous and glandular tissue. After childbirth, the uterus shrinks back to its usual size. The stress on the uterus during pregnancy may result in some minor injury to the fibrous tissue in its wall, and after the uterus shrinks, it may repair itself in an abnormal way. |
Symptoms of Fibroids of the Uterus
When the uterus contracts to force out the blood and wastes during a period, the fibroid distort the uterus causing painful cramps and sometimes heavy menstrual bleeding. |
Tests for Fibroids of the Uterus
Usually detected on pelvic examination, but the diagnosis may be confirmed by an ultrasound scan of the abdomen, laparoscopy or special X-rays of the uterus. |
Treatment for Fibroids of the Uterus
A hysterectomy to remove the uterus, or if the woman wishes to have more children, the individual fibroid can be cut out of the uterus.
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Complications of Fibroids of the Uterus of its treatment
Rarely any serious complications. |
Likely Outcome of Fibroids of the Uterus
Cured by appropriate surgery. |
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