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I am 51 yrs old. my doctor found a 5mm fibroid on ultrasound. my uterus is also mildly enlarged. do i need surgery for this?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Fibroids: Uterine fibroids are extremely common. Treatment is based on the size of the fibroid, the location of the fibroid, the symptoms present and the fertility plans of the patient. A 5 millimeter fibroid is very tiny. Typically that would not require treatment but your doctor will need to advise you on your specific case.

Answered 6/8/2018

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A member asked:

I am 51 yrs old. my doctor found a 5mm fibroid on ultrasound. my uterus is also mildly enlarged. do i need surgery for this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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