Re: newcomer with questions

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> Hi ,

>

> I was told that I havea submucous fibroid by my GYN

> but I think I may have a pedunculated fibroid instead,

> based on my research. Of course, she recommended

> hysterectomy. I will see doctor Indman in Los

> Gatos tomorrow for second opinion. I've heard he is

> good. I'll let you know after the appt.

>

A fibroid can be both submucous AND pedunculated. Pedunculated

means that it is on a stalk, which makes it easier to remove. If

the fibroid is small enough you should be able to have a

hysteroscopic resection, which is outpatient surgery.