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What does "vague area of heterogeneity in the posterior uterine myometrium without a discrete fibroid or mass." mean & what could it be?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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This is a: "NON-SPECIFIC" finding..that means that it does NOT mean ...anything! It could be a very EARLY fibroid but certainly NOT TO WORRY! Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 9/9/2017

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A member asked:

What does "vague area of heterogeneity in the posterior uterine myometrium without a discrete fibroid or mass." mean & what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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