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What is a Fibroid?

What is a fibroid? Fibroids are composed of muscle cells and other tissues. They develop in and around the wall of the uterus or womb. Uterine fibroids are usually round or semi-round in shape Types of Fibriod Subserosal fibroids: Sited beneath the serosa (the membrane covering the the outer surface of the uterus) Submucosal fibroids: Sited inside the uterine cavity below the inside layer of the uterus Intramural fibroids: Sited within the muscular wall of the uterus Intracavitary fibroids: Sited inside the uterine cavity Pedunculated fibroids: Develop on a stalk attached to the outer wall of the uterus Causes The exact cause for the development of fibroids remains unknown, but some of the proposed causes include: • Genetic abnormalities • Alterations in expression of growth factor (protein involved in rate and extent of cell proliferation) • Abnormalities in the vascular system • Tissue response to injury • Family history of fibroids • Uterine infection • Consumption of alcohol • Elevated blood pressure • Hormonal imbalance during puberty Symtoms The majority of women with uterine fibroids may be asymptomatic. However, the basic symptoms associated with fibroids include: • Heavy menstrual bleeding • Prolonged menstrual periods • Pelvic pressure or pain • Frequent urination • Constipation • Backache or leg pain • Difficulty in emptying your bladder Diagnosis The diagnosis of uterine fibroids involves a pelvic examination, followed by ultrasound evaluation. Other imaging techniques such as MRI scan and CT scan may also be employed Treatment Different methods are being used for managing uterine fibroids. Surgery is considered the best modality of treatment. The common surgeries performed for the management of fibroids include: • Hysterectomy or removal of the uterus • Myomectomy or selective removal of the fibroids within the uterus • Destructive techniques that involve boring holes into the fibroids with a laser or freezing probes (cryosurgery) • Other techniques employed are uterine artery embolization (UAE) and uterine artery occlusion (UAO) • Non-surgical methods comprising of steroidal medication are also used to stabilize the oestrogen levels in the body Find out more here: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/our-s...