Fibroid Treatment in Kenmore NY

Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors or growths in and around the uterus. They can be as small as a grain of rice or as big as a melon!

Women with small fibroids might not even notice that they have them. Of course, if you have a tumor the size of a melon in your uterus, you’re probably going to notice some symptoms.

As of yet, there’s no known cause for fibroids. However, they are believed to be influenced by the body’s hormone levels (specifically estrogen and progesterone), genetic and family history, and obesity.

What we do know:

• Women in their 30s and 40s are at a higher risk
• African American women are more at risk and may experience more severe symptoms
• Fibroids are very common. Some studies say up to 80% of women will have fibroids by the age of 50
• 1 in 3 women don’t experience any symptoms even with fibroids present

Not all fibroids will cause symptoms, particularly those that are small. Larger fibroids can lead to several noticeable, uncomfortable symptoms like:

• Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
• Pelvic pain or pressure
• Frequent urination
• Pain during intercourse
• Lower back pain
• Constipation
• Abdominal bloating or swelling

If you’re struggling with these symptoms, call my office so we can explore possible fibroid treatment in Kenmore.

Fibroids can often be noticed during a routine pelvic exam. However, if necessary, we might recommend imaging techniques like ultrasound, MRI, or hysteroscopy.

If fibroids don’t cause any symptoms, there’s not usually a need to treat them.

There are several options for fibroid treatment in Kenmore.

In my office, we offer solutions like hormonal therapies (i.e. birth control) or medications to manage pain. There are also non-surgical procedures available like uterine artery embolization and focused ultrasound.

In some extreme cases, we might explore surgical options to remove the fibroid tissue or the uterus if necessary. In which case I’ll refer you out to one of my trusted colleagues.

Yes, fibroids can affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Again, this depends on the size, placement of the fibroids.

Fibroids blocking the fallopian tubes or changing the shape of the uterus can prevent an egg from implanting. Fibroids can also impact your estrogen levels, which can impact your fertility.

Many women with fibroids have healthy pregnancies, but fibroids can lead to complications like miscarriage, premature labor, and placental abruption.

If you’re concerned about fibroids impacting your pregnancy, we’ll work together to explore solutions that allow you to grow your family safely.