Treatments for Uterine fibroids

Treatment list for Uterine fibroids: The list of treatments mentioned in various sources for Uterine fibroids includes the following list. Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or change in treatment plans.

• Watchful waiting - no treatment may be necessary if there are no symptoms and the fibroid is not growing significantly.
• Pain relief medication
• Anti-inflammatory medication
• Uterus-saving surgical removal of fibroids
• Hysterectomy
• Iron supplements - if fibroids cause blood loss

Treatment of Uterine fibroids: medical news summaries: The following medical news items are relevant to treatment of Uterine fibroids:

• Fibroid tumors don’t always require treatment
• New uterine fibroid treatment drug show promising results
• Treatment options are available for excessive menstrual bleeding

Treatments of Uterine fibroids discussion: Until very recently, a woman with growing uterine fibroids was considered a candidate for hysterectomy (removal of the uterus). However, treatment by hysterectomy in a woman of reproductive age means that she will no longer be able to bear children and a hysterectomy may have other effects, both physical and psychological. A woman considering hysterectomy should discuss the pros and cons thoroughly with her physicians.

More and more, physicians are beginning to realize that uterine fibroids may not require any intervention or, at most, limited treatment. For a woman with uterine fibroids that are not symptomatic, the best therapy may be watchful waiting. Some women never exhibit any symptoms or have any problems associated with fibroids, in which case no treatment is necessary. For women who experience occasional pelvic pain or discomfort, a mild, over-the-counter anti-inflammatory or painkilling drug often will be effective. More bothersome cases may require stronger drugs available by prescription. ¹

Usually, fibroids cause no symptoms and need no treatment. But depending on their size and location, fibroids can cause bleeding, vaginal discharge, and frequent urination. Women with these symptoms should see a doctor. If fibroids cause heavy bleeding, or if they press against nearby organs and cause pain, the doctor may suggest surgery or other treatment.²

Footnotes:
1. excerpt from Uterine Fibroids: NWHIC
2. excerpt from What You Need To Know About Cancer of the Uterus: NCI

Last revision: May 27, 2003

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