Frequently Asked Questions about Uterine Fibroids | Fibroids in Uterus
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which specialist doctor should be consulted for this condition?You should consult a Gynecologist
2. Is it possible to prevent fibroids?
Identify the risk factors and rectify the reversible ones. For example maintaining a healthy body weight reduces the risk.
3. Will fibroids affect my pregnancy?
Yes they can. Always seek expert advice. Fibroids can complicate pregnancy, make delivery difficult. Recurrent abortions can occur.
4. Do they recur?
Incomplete removal can lead to recurrence of fibroids.
5. Can fibroids turn into cancer?
Yes. But this is very rare. Less than 0.1% myomas undergo sarcomatous change.
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