Fibroid Diagnosis

How are uterine fibroids identified?
Diagnostic Tests for Uterine Fibroids

Ultrasound
Ultrasound is a reliable and non-invasive method for detecting fibroids. This examination makes use of sound waves to produce images of the uterus and ovaries. Depending on the uterus’s size, the ultrasound may be conducted either transvaginally or transabdominally. The test typically lasts between 30 and 60 minutes and does not use radiation.
MRI
Sometimes, an ultrasound might not offer sufficient details. An MRI, however, provides your doctor with a comprehensive view of the number, size, and precise location of the fibroids. Every patient being assessed for Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) will undergo an MRI. This lasts approximately 45 to 60 minutes and does not use radiation.
Do You Experience Symptoms of Fibroids?
Take Risk Assessment NowSteps to Take Following Your Diagnosis
- Reduce your blood pressure
- Use the medication as directed by your prescription.
- Keep track of your symptoms
- Consume a nutritious diet.
- Engage in physical activity consistently.
- Talk to your doctor about your options if your symptoms worsen.
Treatment For Fibroids
- More gentle than surgery
- Without a hospital admission
- Without any surgery scars
- Reduced complications
- Faster recovery period
- Efficient alleviation of symptoms caused by fibroids
Fibroid FAQ
Can fibroids develop into cancer?
Uterine fibroids are generally non-cancerous, with cancerous ones being extremely rare, occurring in fewer than one in 1,000 cases. The rare cancerous fibroid is called uterine leiomyosarcoma (ULMS). Most women with fibroids do not show symptoms, and only a small fraction will need medical intervention. Having uterine fibroids does not raise your risk of developing a cancerous fibroid or other uterine cancers.