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Because fibroid growth tends to stop and regress after menopause, the important reproductive hormones--estrogen, progesterone, or both--most likely play a critical role in their survival. Some drugs that block either of these hormones are used to treat severe fibroids with some success.

Contraceptives

Oral contraceptives (OCs) are sometimes used to control the heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) associated with fibroids, but they do not help prevent fibroid growth. Intrauterine devic...

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Pregnancy Options

...head at lightning speed. What if I’m pregnant? If I am pregnant, what am I gonna do? If I need an abortion, where can I go? Are my parents going to find out? How will I pay for it? And... Read more »

Needle-Free Sumatriptan Injection for Migraines and Cluster Headaches

...commercially available as soon as possible. It should be noted that this technology does not come without cost. We cannot expect Sumavel injections to be as inexpensive as we often find generic... Read more »

Infertility In Women: Lifestyle Changes

...menstruation in many cases.Don't use electric blankets. In one study, a 74% higher incidence of spontaneous abortion was associated with using an electric blanket during the month of conception.... Read more »

Migraine Issues: How is migraine treated?

Migraine headache is treated by migraine prevention strategies and symptom alleviation. Many migraine sufferers rely on both preventive and abortive medications to stop the headache process. ... Read more »

Birth Control Options for Women: Emergency Contraception

...fertilization or the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterine lining. It is not the same thing as the "abortion pill" [See Mifepristone, below]. Emergency contraception is usually given as... Read more »

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