Call your doctor right away for an evaluation if you are having fevers, abdominal pain or heavy bleeding with symptoms of dizziness or fainting.
If your periods are irregular over a few months, make an appointment to see your doctor. Be prepared to tell your doctor the dates of your last few periods.
There are many effective treatments to help regulate periods and control irregular bleeding. If you have irregular periods and are having difficulty...
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Pelvic Exam and Medical HistorySome fibroids can be felt as lumps during a pelvic exam. During a pelvic exam, the doctor will also check for... Read more »
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Uterine fibroids, also known as fibroid tumors, leiomyomas, fibromas or myomas, are benign (noncancerous) growths on the uterus. Uterine fibroids... Read more »
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