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What is an enlarged uterus and i have 4 fibroids my uterus is 11.4x7.8x7.2 cm do i need to get a hysterectomy?
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Wait: If you go through the menopause they will shrink.
Answered 2/7/2014
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Depends on symptoms: Average age of menopause is 51, + or - 7 years. Uterine fibroid usually shrink after menopause. However may continue to grow if your are heavy or using hormones. If your fibroids are causing symptoms, pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, painful intercourse, etc. You might have a better quality of life if you have a hysterectomy. If you are asymptomatic and the fibroid are not growing, then observe.
Answered 3/22/2020
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No: Enlarged uterus with no symptoms, I would not seek treatment. If you do have symptoms (exs. heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure/pain, increased urinary frequency) then I suggest you consider seeing an Interventional Radiologist. An IR can determine if you are a candidate for Uterine Fibroid Embolization. It is an outpatient, non-surgical procedure which allows you to keep your uterus.
Answered 5/3/2015
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