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List Of Foods To Help Fibroids
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Surgical Alternatives to Hysterectomy
Myomectomy
A myomectomy surgically removes only the fibroids and leaves the uterus intact, often preserving fertility. Myomectomy may also help regulate abnormal uterine bleeding caused by fibroids. Not all women are candidates for myomectomy. If the fibroids are numerous or large, myomectomy can become complicated, resulting in increased blood loss. If cancer is found, conversion to a full hysterectomy may be necessary.
To perform a myomectomy, the surgeon...
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