I have been struggling for years with pelvic pain. I really want to be able to have one more child. I have severe scar tissue and a fibroid. I just want to figure out what is causing me so much pain.
A significant number of women that have fibroids often experience common symptoms that can hinder their lifestyle and daily activities. These symptoms include: frequent urination, pain during intercourse, constipation, heavy bleeding, abdominal bloating, abdominal pain and/or back ache. The pain that many women experience can be caused by several different factors. Some women with fibroids experience painful periods, dull aches in their thighs, back pain or constant pressure in the abdominal area that feels like bloating or fullness.
Pain during a menstrual period may be due to large clots of blood pushing through the cervix. Cramps can also be caused by the uterus trying to force out, or contract, a type of fibroid called a submucosal fibroid which can grow on a stalk in the cavity of the uterus. Additionally, large fibroids can make the uterus big, leading to lower back pain or pelvic discomfort. Some women with fibroids experience a dull ache in their thighs or develop varicose veins in their legs. This can happen when fibroids become so large that they begin to press on nerves and blood vessels that extend to the legs, causing immense pain and discomfort in the legs.
Many women like to choose Uterine Fibroid Embolization because it is not only a less invasive approach to more traditional methods of fibroid treatment, but because it also leaves a woman the option to have children in the future. A surgical procedure for fibroid treatment, like a Hysterectomy, takes away a woman’s ability to conceive, therefore closing out fertility options. Therefore, if you are looking to leave the option of fertility open, it is suggested that you look into a treatment like UFE so that you will have that option available.
If you are experiencing symptoms associated with fibroids or if you are aware that you have fibroids and would like help, please give the Fibroid Treatment Collective a call at 866-362-6463. We will be more than happy to answer any of your fibroid-related questions and concerns.
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I am very interested in making an apt or whatever I need to do to qualify for one. 3 years ago I underwent a myomectomy, to remove a tumor the size of a grapefruit, and thought that my troubles were over. The recovery was long and I still have numbness in the lower abdomen area. I was just informed in late October that I have two more that are the size of golf balls. I experience extreem pain and passing of painful clots. Help. I am tired of hurting.
Thank you for your time,
Amanda Majewski
Fibroids can definitely bear a burden on your quality of life. Being that you are experiencing extreme pain and passing painful clots, Uterine Artery Embolization may be a good solution to treating your fibroids. Additionally, you don’t have to deal with the slow recovery time that is associated with surgical procedures like Myomectomy.
If you are interested in finding out more about Uterine Fibroid Embolization, please feel free to give us a call at 866-362-6463 or email us at patientcoordinator@fibroids.com. We are always more than happy discuss your options with you and help you decide what is best for your health. At the Fibroid Treatment Collective, there is always a qualified health professional available to answer any of your fibroid-related questions and help you decide if Uterine Artery Embolization is right for you.
Best of Luck!