Question 1

can a calcified fibroid be removed by hysteroscopic myomectmy? is it harder to remove then a regular fibroid?

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Yes it can: A calcified fibroid can be more dense and hard than other fibroids. If the fibroid is inside the lining of the uterus then a hysteroscopic myomectomy is possible. There is a great procedure called myosure which makes this a fairly easy procedure in experienced hands. In this picture c and d would be perfect for a myosure.

Question 2

do you need to treat a large calcified fibroid in uturus wall if we want more children . can i avoid a hysterectomy?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: The best information must come from someone who has all the information about your case. Fibroids come in various sizes and locations and the approach to their treatment and or removal may or may not interfere with your ability to carry another successful pregnancy. Get a second or third opinion if needed and try to understand your options.

Question 3

calcified fibroid tumors in uterus, is it necessary to biopsy?

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Not usually: 50% of women have uterine fibroids by the age of 35.  It is not necessary to perform a biopsy, and that is rarely done.  If there is concern for cancer, the fibroid and/or uterus can be removed.

Question 4

what is the best method to address a calcified fibroid tumor that is causing frequent urination and bowel movement issues?

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Not sure the: 'calcified tumor' and your symptoms match up.  Fibroids of the uterus commonly calcify, but these can cause bleeding issues or painful intercourse.  There are radiofrequency ablation or cryotherapy for these, but your symptoms are odd enough to warrant a frank discussion with one or more gynecologist.

Question 5

sonohyst showed 14mm endo, solid mass visualized in endo, 2cmx2cmx1mm size. told polyp with calcification or poss fibroid. vaginal discharge-heavy cyc?

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Hysteroscopy: It sounds like your doctor has already made the diagnosis of an intracavitary uterine lesion -- either a polyp or a submucosal fibroid. Typically the next step is to remove it - a hysteroscopic resection. Your obgyn can discuss the surgical treatment with you. Typically this is a fairly simple outpatient procedure.

Question 6

did a sonography of usg pelvis. results showed 3 fibroids & 1 polyp,  retroverted uterus & calcification of 1 fibroid.diagnosis? hi.sonography of usg pelvis showed: normal bladder, but retroverted uterus(106x73x59mm). endometiral echo seen in midline(10.7

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You : You haven't indicated what symptoms lead to the ultrasound, but i'm guessing it was abnormal bleeding.  That's a common complication of endometrial polyps, which are benign growths on the lining of the uterus.  They are usually addressed by removal though the vagina.

Uterine fibroids are benign tumors of uterine muscle that can cause bleeding, pain, or pelvic/abdominal fullness.  The fact that one of them has calcium in it means that it's started to regress spontaneously.  Treatment of fibroids depends on a lot of things, including the severity of symptoms, patient age, and plans for future fertility.  Treatment can range from waiting for menopause to doing a hysterectomy.

The polyp may be causing you some bleeding and the fibroids may be causing you some discomfort, but t good news is that the findings suggested by the ultrasound are benign.

Question 7

very heavy painful periods w/ big clots for past decade. cycle usually 26 days. spotting 1x between in past few months. age 47. ultrasound cd9: 19mm endo stripe & fibroids & calcification. have to wait for biopsy etc. worried: risk of cancer, other?

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Good news! Most uterine fibroids are not cancerous. There is a cancer form that occurs in 1 to 2%  of cases. The bad news?  The bleeding and pain  may not be relieved except by surgery options.

Question 8

what is a partially calcified exophytic fibroid? thw

Accepted Answer

Types of fibroids: This is a (usually) benign tumor in your uterus. Sometimes these can have calcium deposits ("calcified") and grow outside the normal surface of the uterus ("exophytic")

Question 9

i've been told i hv a complex ovarian cyst and multiple fibroids some of which r calcified. d fibroids r inside and outside my uterus. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Seek Gyn help: Your gynecologist can help you sort it out. Just get checked every 6 months and get the doctor to check you both by pelvic exam as well as ultrasound of your uterus and ovary. As long as you are being monitored, you should do fine.

Question 10

myomettrium is of a coarse echotexture consistent with diffuse fibrotic changes. an11 mm calcified posterior intramural fibroid noted. please explain ?

Accepted Answer

Fibroid Uterus: Fibroids are benign smooth muscle tumors aka leiomyomas which are extremely common. I would guess that more than 50% of women over 50 years old have them.  They can infarct and become calcified and very rarely cause abnormal bleeding or trouble conceiving but most often they don't cause symptoms.  They can be located in the subserosal, sub mucosal or myometrial location.

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Can a calcified fibroid be removed by hysteroscopic myomectmy? is it harder to remove then a regular fibroid?

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Do you need to treat a large calcified fibroid in uturus wall if we want more children . can i avoid a hysterectomy?

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Calcified fibroid tumors in uterus, is it necessary to biopsy?

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What is the best method to address a calcified fibroid tumor that is causing frequent urination and bowel movement issues?

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Sonohyst showed 14mm endo, solid mass visualized in endo, 2cmx2cmx1mm size. told polyp with calcification or poss fibroid. vaginal discharge-heavy cyc?

A member asked:

Did a sonography of usg pelvis. results showed 3 fibroids & 1 polyp, retroverted uterus & calcification of 1 fibroid.diagnosis? hi.sonography of usg pelvis showed: normal bladder, but retroverted uterus(106x73x59mm). endometiral echo seen in midline(10.7

A member asked:

Very heavy painful periods w/ big clots for past decade. cycle usually 26 days. spotting 1x between in past few months. age 47. ultrasound cd9: 19mm endo stripe & fibroids & calcification. have to wait for biopsy etc. worried: risk of cancer, other?

A member asked:

What is a partially calcified exophytic fibroid? thw

A member asked:

I've been told i hv a complex ovarian cyst and multiple fibroids some of which r calcified. d fibroids r inside and outside my uterus. should i worry?

A member asked:

Myomettrium is of a coarse echotexture consistent with diffuse fibrotic changes. an11 mm calcified posterior intramural fibroid noted. please explain ?

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