{"id":498,"date":"2025-10-16T08:33:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T08:33:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=498"},"modified":"2025-12-13T07:36:27","modified_gmt":"2025-12-13T07:36:27","slug":"fibroid","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=498","title":{"rendered":"FIBROID"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Fibroids<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Fibroids are noncancerous growth from the uterine muscle. It is estimated that 60 to 80% of women will develop fibroid during their lifetime. Fibroids are also called myomas or leiomyomas.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Understanding, Diagnosing, and Managing Fibroids at Sarkar Hospital, Agra<\/strong><\/p>

The uterus<\/strong> is a vital reproductive organ made up of three distinct layers:<\/p>

  1. Endometrium (Inner Layer):<\/strong> Builds up every month and sheds during menstruation.<\/p><\/li>

  2. Myometrium (Middle Muscle Layer):<\/strong> Forms the main bulk of the uterus.<\/p><\/li>

  3. Serosa (Outer Layer):<\/strong> A smooth, thin outer covering.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>

    Fibroids<\/strong>, also known as leiomyomas<\/strong> or myomas<\/strong>, develop from the middle muscle layer (myometrium)<\/strong>. These are non-cancerous (benign) growths<\/strong>, and the chance of them becoming cancerous is extremely rare<\/strong>.<\/p>

    Because of this, women who do not have any symptoms can often choose observation and regular monitoring<\/strong> instead of surgery.<\/p>

    What Are Fibroids?<\/strong><\/h3>

    Fibroids can be single or multiple<\/strong> and may range in size \u2014 from very small nodules invisible to the naked eye, to large masses that can make the uterus grow as big as a watermelon<\/strong> or more.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Symptoms<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Many women with fibroids experience no symptoms<\/strong> at all, and fibroids are often discovered incidentally<\/strong> during a routine pelvic examination or ultrasound.<\/p>

    When symptoms do occur, they may include:<\/p>

    • Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

    • Anaemia<\/strong> due to blood loss, causing fatigue and breathlessness<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

    • Pelvic pressure or fullness<\/strong> due to large fibroids<\/p><\/li>

    • Pelvic or lower back pain<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

    • Frequent urination<\/strong> (if fibroid presses on the bladder)<\/p><\/li>

    • Constipation<\/strong> (if it presses on the rectum)<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

      Note: Painful periods are not typically caused by fibroids<\/strong>, so other uterine problems should be ruled out if pain is significant.<\/p><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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      Causes of Fibroids<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      The exact cause<\/strong> of fibroid development is not fully understood, but several factors<\/strong> are known to influence their growth:<\/p>

      • Hormonal Imbalance:<\/strong> Estrogen and progesterone can stimulate fibroid growth.<\/p><\/li>

      • Genetic Factors:<\/strong> Fibroids often run in families.<\/p><\/li>

      • Growth Factors:<\/strong> Substances like insulin-like growth factor may promote fibroid growth.<\/p><\/li>

      • Excess Extracellular Matrix (ECM):<\/strong> Makes fibroids fibrous and helps them grow.<\/p><\/li>

      • Body Weight:<\/strong> Overweight individuals have higher estrogen levels, increasing risk.<\/p><\/li>

      • Early Menstruation:<\/strong> Starting periods at a young age raises the risk.<\/p><\/li>

      • Vitamin D Deficiency:<\/strong> Linked with a higher incidence of fibroids.<\/p><\/li>

      • Diet and Lifestyle:<\/strong> High intake of red meat and low intake of green vegetables may increase risk.<\/p><\/li>

      • Environmental Factors:<\/strong> Exposure to certain chemicals or pollutants may contribute.<\/p><\/li>

      • Pregnancy:<\/strong> Hormonal changes during pregnancy can actually protect against fibroid formation<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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        Types of Fibroids<\/strong><\/h3>

        Fibroids are classified based on where they grow in the uterus<\/strong>:<\/p>

        1. Subserosal Fibroids:<\/strong> Grow on the outer surface<\/strong> of the uterus.<\/p><\/li>

        2. Intramural Fibroids:<\/strong> Grow within the muscular wall<\/strong> of the uterus (most common type).<\/p><\/li>

        3. Submucosal Fibroids:<\/strong> Grow inside the uterine cavity<\/strong>, often causing heavy bleeding and fertility issues.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>

          Why Fibroids Develop<\/strong><\/h3>

          While the exact reason<\/strong> fibroids develop is still unclear, it is well-known that they thrive in estrogen-rich environments<\/strong>.<\/p>

          • They tend to grow during the reproductive years<\/strong>, when estrogen levels are high.<\/p><\/li>

          • After menopause<\/strong>, when estrogen levels naturally decline, fibroids typically shrink or stop growing<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

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            Common Risk Factors<\/strong><\/h3>

            Women are more likely to develop fibroids if they have:<\/p>

            • A family history<\/strong> of fibroids<\/p><\/li>

            • Early onset of menstruation<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

            • Obesity or excess body weight<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

            • Vitamin D deficiency<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

            • High red meat intake<\/strong> and low vegetable consumption<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

            • Hormonal imbalance<\/strong> or high estrogen exposure<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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              How does fibroid affect fertility?<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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              According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine<\/strong>, fibroids affect 5\u201310% of infertile women<\/strong>.<\/p>

              Fibroids may alter the shape or size of the uterine lining<\/strong>, where the embryo implants, or interfere with the blood supply to the uterine wall<\/strong>, affecting implantation. While the exact mechanism isn\u2019t fully understood, larger fibroids<\/strong> or those distorting the uterine cavity<\/strong> are more likely to impact fertility.<\/p>

              The decision to remove a fibroid<\/strong> depends on its size, number, and location<\/strong>, as well as other factors contributing to infertility.
              At Bavishi Fertility Institute<\/strong>, we provide expert guidance on fibroid management \u2014 helping you decide whether fibroid removal is necessary. Our team offers unmatched surgical expertise<\/strong> and exceptional safety standards<\/strong> for the best possible outcomes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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              Pregnancy with fibroids<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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              Women with fibroids can conceive and carry a pregnancy successfully, but fibroids may slightly increase the risk of pregnancy complications<\/strong> such as:<\/p>

              • Preterm birth<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

              • Need for Caesarean section (C-section)<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

              • Abnormal position of the baby or placenta<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                Routine fibroid removal before pregnancy is usually not recommended<\/strong>, unless:<\/p>

                • You\u2019ve had a previous adverse pregnancy outcome<\/strong>, or<\/p><\/li>

                • The fibroids are very large<\/strong> and likely to interfere with conception or pregnancy.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                  Although fibroids are sometimes associated with miscarriage, recent research suggests fibroids alone rarely cause miscarriage<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                  Diagnosis<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                  • Ultrasound (Abdominal or Vaginal):<\/strong>
                    Usually sufficient to diagnose fibroids.<\/p><\/li>

                  • MRI:<\/strong>
                    Used when fibroids need to be differentiated from adenomyosis<\/strong>, another benign uterine condition. MRI provides clearer distinction between the two.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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                    Treatment<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                    1. Medicines<\/strong><\/h3>

                    Medications can help control symptoms or shrink fibroids temporarily. Options include:<\/p>

                    • GnRH agonists<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

                    • Hormone-releasing intrauterine devices (IUDs)<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

                    • Birth control pills<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                      However, these are not suitable for everyone. The best treatment depends on your age, fibroid size, symptoms, and ovarian function<\/strong>.
                      At Bavishi Fertility Institute, our experts help you choose the most effective and individualized treatment plan.<\/p>

                      2. Surgery<\/strong><\/h3>

                      Surgery is often the most effective treatment<\/strong> when fertility preservation is a priority.<\/p>

                      Myomectomy<\/strong><\/h4>

                      A procedure that removes only the fibroids while keeping the uterus intact.
                      It can be performed by:<\/p>

                      • Hysteroscopy:<\/strong> For fibroids within the uterine cavity (submucous fibroids) using a scope through the vagina.<\/p><\/li>

                      • Laparoscopy:<\/strong> For fibroids on the outer or inner walls of the uterus using small abdominal incisions and a camera.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                        Hysterectomy<\/strong><\/h4>

                        Complete removal of the uterus \u2014 suitable for women who have completed their family<\/strong>.
                        Performed via laparoscopy, abdominal, or vaginal surgery<\/strong>.
                        Since hysterectomy may affect ovarian function, it is generally avoided in women under 40<\/strong> unless absolutely necessary.<\/p>

                        3. Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE)<\/strong><\/h3>

                        A minimally invasive procedure where small particles are injected into the uterine arteries<\/strong> to block blood flow to fibroids, causing them to shrink.
                        It is ideal for women unfit for surgery<\/strong>, though it may reduce fertility potential<\/strong>.<\/p>

                        4. MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound<\/strong><\/h3>

                        This non-surgical option uses high-frequency ultrasound waves<\/strong> focused on the fibroid to heat and destroy fibroid tissue without affecting surrounding areas.
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