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- Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy - Complications
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Pelvic Exam and Medical History
Some fibroids can be felt as lumps during a pelvic exam. During a pelvic exam, the doctor will also check for pregnancy-related conditions and other conditions, such as ovarian cysts. The doctor will also ask you about your medical history, particularly as it relates to menstrual bleeding patterns. Other causes of abnormal uterine bleeding must also be considered.
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Ultrasound is the standard imaging technique for detecting uterine fibroids. The...
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Uterine Fibroids
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Uterine fibroids, also known as fibroid tumors, leiomyomas, fibromas or myomas, are benign (noncancerous) growths on the uterus. Uterine fibroids... Read more »
Fibroid tumor treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Alternative Names Treatment - fibroid tumors. Treatment - uterine leiomyoma Information Fibroid tumors are non-cancerous... Read more »
Fibroids
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? A fibroid is a lump or growth in the uterus that is not cancerous. Fibroids can be as small as a pea to as large as a basketball. They... Read more »
Cervical Polyps
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Prevention Regular visits to your doctor for an annual Pap test and pelvic exam are important because a direct examination is the best way... Read more »
Colon Polyps
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What Is It? Colon polyps are growths of tissue inside the large intestine, also called the colon. Some polyps are mushroom-shaped protrusions on the... Read more »
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