coagulation disorder question

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Hi all,

I saw my gynecologist today, and I'm still borderline anemic after

three months on the pill. He sent me off to think about having my

single ~8-10cm subserosal fibroid removed. He suggested UAE or

myomectomy (possibly laproscopic). I'm almost 37 and don't plan to

have any more children.

My gyn is referring me for testing to another ob/gyn who specializes

in blood coagulation disorders, since I seem to have a history of

bleeding problems: I bruise easily, until recently I thought big

menstrual clots were normal, and I hemorrhaged and had a haematoma

that necessitated a transfusion after the otherwise normal birth of

my baby. I've already tested negative for von Willebrand's.

So my question, until I have the bloodwork done, goes to anyone out

there who has a blood coagulation disorder. How did that impact your

approach to treating your fibroids? From what I've read, it sounds

like if I do have clotting problems, UAE isn't even an option; but

I'm also worried about the amount of bleeding involved with a

myomectomy.

Thanks for any thoughts,

--Liz