Patient Resources & FAQ
How are uterine fibroids identified?
Getting an accurate diagnosis is essential for finding the right treatment for uterine fibroids and improving your overall quality of life. Many women often wonder how to tell if they have fibroids. Typically, uterine fibroids are detected during a routine pelvic or well-woman exam at your annual gynecologist visit. If you have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, Fibroid Clinic can assist you. Our experienced physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating uterine fibroids. During a comprehensive consultation at our clinic, we will conduct diagnostic tests to confirm the presence of fibroids and determine the most effective treatment plan.
Diagnostic Tests for Uterine Fibroids
Our doctor identifies uterine fibroids through different techniques. Usually, the initial method is an ultrasound. For more intricate situations, an MRI and additional tests may be required. If you exhibit symptoms of uterine fibroids, your physician may recommend the diagnostic tests listed below to confirm the presence of fibroids and assess their size and location.
Do You Experience Symptoms of Fibroids?
Steps to Take Following Your Diagnosis
After we receive your test results, we will review them with you and decide whether treatment is needed. Often, uterine fibroids do not need medical treatment. However, if your symptoms are severe, or depending on the size, location, and number of fibroids, treatment might be necessary. Your doctor may suggest specific medications and lifestyle adjustments to manage your symptoms.
- Talk to your doctor about your options if your symptoms worsen.
- 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.
Treatment For Fibroids
If you have been diagnosed with fibroids and your symptoms worsen, additional treatment may be necessary. Many women who are diagnosed with uterine fibroids think that a hysterectomy is their only option. Yet, thanks to medical progress and advanced imaging techniques, doctors can now treat fibroids effectively and safely without surgery. Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that requires only a small incision. UFE provides the following benefits:
- Efficient alleviation of symptoms caused by fibroids
- More gentle than surgery
- Without a hospital admission
- Without any surgery scars
- Reduced complications
- Faster recovery period
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