Question 1

i lost my pregnant at 22wks.one morning i fainted, started bleeding with pain then preterm labour.having 2fibrds(submucos6*6).what causes my loss?fibroids?

Accepted Answer

Fibroid is the cause: You have fibroid somehow is big and grows with the wall and inside aspect of uterus. It prevents conception and also cause preterm labor and miscarriage

Question 2

i had a micro preemie at 24 weeks due to a uterine infection that caused preterm labor. how likely am i to have another preemie?

Accepted Answer

Varies: If it was truly due to an infection and that infection is treated and cured, you would be at no higher risk than usual.However, if there were other contributing circumstances, like early cervical shortening, any abnormalities of uterus, then the risk could be a lot higher. It's an excellent thing to talk to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist about and what you can do pre-pregnancy to prevent.

Question 3

can uterine fibroids affect sex?

Accepted Answer

No: They are fibrous masses that take up space in your uterus, can cause excessive uterine bleeding, but do not affect sex.

Question 4

can uterine fibroid grow quickly?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Uterine fibroids are benign growths of muscle from the uterine wall. Growth of fibroids is usually in response to hormones. Many women have uterine fibroids that are asymptomatic. Fast growth may signal a more serious process and you should see your physician.

Question 5

can uterine fibroids grow in size?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fibroids grow all the time, in part due to female hormones. They stop growing from menopause or stopping your hormones with a Lupron (leuprolide) shot. Some fibroids grow slowly; fibroids in some women grow quickly.

Question 6

can uterine fibroids go away on their own?

Accepted Answer

Hi there : Yes they can reabsorb, however this should be clarified by the Ob-Gyn in charge of the patient. We don’t know the patient or the specifics on the subject.

Question 7

what are the common symptoms of uterine fibroids?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding, cramping: Uterine fibroids are benign growths in the uterus that can cause heavier, longer menstrual periods.  Increased cramping with periods is also a symptom of fibroids.  They can also cause pressure and heaviness in the pelvis, as well as pain with sex.

Question 8

having multiply uterine fibroids do u have to get operated?

Accepted Answer

No: Many women have fibroids, but only about 15% of women with fibroids need surgery. Only fibroids that cause symptoms need to be treated- pain, pressure, bleeding and possibly infertility.

Question 9

i have a 6.21 cm uterine fibroid is that too big to remove?

Accepted Answer

No: A 6 cm fibroid can be removed with surgery.

Question 10

what are the options to treat pain for large uterine fibroids?

Accepted Answer

Spectrum of Options: Ibuprofen or other nsaids are the best first line option to treat painful cycles with fibroids. If the fibroids are large and may be degenerating, pain may be more severe. Surgery to remove the fibroids, especially davinci robotic myomectomy, give the least discomfort for the longest relief, although the fibroids can return. Hysterectomy can be an option if fertility is not desired.

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Uterine fibroid and preterm labor

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I lost my pregnant at 22wks.one morning i fainted, started bleeding with pain then preterm labour.having 2fibrds(submucos6*6).what causes my loss?fibroids?

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I had a micro preemie at 24 weeks due to a uterine infection that caused preterm labor. how likely am i to have another preemie?

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Can uterine fibroids affect sex?

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Can uterine fibroid grow quickly?

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Can uterine fibroids grow in size?

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Can uterine fibroids go away on their own?

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What are the common symptoms of uterine fibroids?

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Having multiply uterine fibroids do u have to get operated?

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I have a 6.21 cm uterine fibroid is that too big to remove?

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What are the options to treat pain for large uterine fibroids?

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