Submucosal leiomyomata fibroids

[Guest guest]

After an ultrasound in 2002 for a cyst, I was diagnosed with 2

fibriods, one in the anterior and one in the left lateral aspect

measuring 2.6 x 2.4 x 2.6 centimeters and 3.2 x 3.5 x 2.9.

In January 2004, with a new family practice doctor, I had an

ultrasound for excessive bleeding and was told I have 3 " leiomyomata

fibroids, " which are submucosal measuring 3.8 centimeters and

smaller. In the phone message left by my doctor she suggested a

partial hysterectomy based on her consultation with an OB doctor. I

am not in favor a hysterectomy partial or otherwise. I'm 51 years

old in excellent health and live in Arizona. I purchased Sex, Lies

and the Truth....last weekend to get a better grasp of fibrioids.

I will be meeting with my doctor on February 13 about my decision.

Another reason I'm hesitant about surgery in 2002 I was diagonsed

with a cyst measuring 10.9 x 4.4 x. 3.6 in my uterus. During the

surgery they could not find the cyst. It had disappeared. I do not

want to go through an unnecessary surgery again.

I'm worried. What are my options? Can the fibriods be removed

safely?

I look forward to your suggestions and options I could discuss with

my doctor.

[Guest guest]

Submucousal fibroids can be some of the easiest to remove, usually in

an outpatient procedure called hysteroscopic resection. There have

been many posts on this and you can search the archives. Shame on

your doctor for wanting to do away with your uterus when a much less

invasive procedure may solve your problems. Could be that your doc

just doesn't have the training to do these types of procedures.

Unfortunately most gyns do not and don't bother to refer you to those

that do.

> After an ultrasound in 2002 for a cyst, I was diagnosed with 2

> fibriods, one in the anterior and one in the left lateral aspect

> measuring 2.6 x 2.4 x 2.6 centimeters and 3.2 x 3.5 x 2.9.

>

> In January 2004, with a new family practice doctor, I had an

> ultrasound for excessive bleeding and was told I have

3 " leiomyomata

> fibroids, " which are submucosal measuring 3.8 centimeters and

> smaller. In the phone message left by my doctor she suggested a

> partial hysterectomy based on her consultation with an OB doctor.

I

> am not in favor a hysterectomy partial or otherwise. I'm 51 years

> old in excellent health and live in Arizona. I purchased Sex, Lies

> and the Truth....last weekend to get a better grasp of fibrioids.

> I will be meeting with my doctor on February 13 about my decision.

>

> Another reason I'm hesitant about surgery in 2002 I was diagonsed

> with a cyst measuring 10.9 x 4.4 x. 3.6 in my uterus. During the

> surgery they could not find the cyst. It had disappeared. I do

not

> want to go through an unnecessary surgery again.

>

> I'm worried. What are my options? Can the fibriods be removed

> safely?

>

> I look forward to your suggestions and options I could discuss with

> my doctor.

[Guest guest]

Hi,

YES, fibroids can be removed safely. You do need a doc skilled in doing

myomectomies. Depending on your fibroids, you may be able to have a UAE.

Many women here have been told the " hyst story " . I was told it by 3 different

doctors. None of them had the skills to do a myo. I couldn't have a UAE. I went

to a RE (reproductive endocrinologist) in another state and had a myo last Aug..

No more heavy bleeding and a new life.

Your doctor should inform you of ALL your options. I'd be asking her why she

didn't. I'd ask her how many myos has she performed. If there were any

conversions to hysts (if she can do a myo). Then find out about UAE. If your doc

brushes you off in any way. FIND A NEW DOC. Tell your doc no hyst. It's your

body and your choice.

Now, have you been checked for anemia? Slow FE and vitamin C are the cure.

Anemia sent me and many others here to the ER and it can be very dangerous. Get

this checked if you haven't. This is important. My anemia was ignored and no one

should have this happen to them.

Ask questions here. If you decide to geta new doc, tell them here where you live

and they may be able to help you.

Ku

wahala11 macc11@...> wrote:

In January 2004, with a new family practice doctor, I had an

ultrasound for excessive bleeding and was told I have 3 " leiomyomata

fibroids, " which are submucosal measuring 3.8 centimeters and

smaller. In the phone message left by my doctor she suggested a

partial hysterectomy based on her consultation with an OB doctor

[Guest guest]

Hi

I am in Arizona too and just had a myomectomy (Jan 29)

by an amazing doctor. Please feel free to email me

and I will be more than happy to discuss my Doc with

you. Melis2010@...

[Guest guest]

Hello my dear,

Yes, you have other options to ask your doctor about other than a hyst. If

it is the submucosal fibroids that you are wanting removed, a hysteroscopic

resection is the way to go. It is a quick day surgery that results in

little to no pain. You can request an epidural or general anesthetic

depending on your doctor's preference.

If your doctor has only suggested a hyst she/he could be worried about your

other issues such as the cyst returning or more fibroids growing. But since

submucosal fibs are the main reason for bleeding problems, they are operable

and can usually help your bleeding return to normal when removed.

Many women who have had hysteroscopic resections will also follow that

surgery up with an endometrial ablation. This removes the lining of your

uterus to lessen your bleeding. It is not meant for those women who want

future children.

I had terrible bleeding issues and they were resolved by several resection

surgeries to remove my submucosal fibs. I can't tell you how those resection

surgeries have changed my life! So you may want to ask your doctor about

this type of surgery and if she/he could recommend a surgeon that is skilled

in performing them. It is a fast surgery but you want your surgeon to have

a skilled hand with plenty of experience.

Good luck to you. These days no woman should have to have only one option

(especially a hyst) no matter if she's 20 or 60!

Take good care my dear,

Sonja