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Does the use of additional medical treatment result in better surgical outcomes For Uterine Fibroids?
Medical treatment may be given before the surgery and during the surgery. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists (such as Lupron) are frequently used for preoperative treatment of fibroids.
How do these birth control pills and devices help in controlling uterine bleeding from Fibroids?
They control heavy bleeding by reducing (thinning) the thickness of the inner lining of the uterus. They can be helpful even if you do not desire birth control.
When does treatment for fibroids become necessary?
Fibroids are essentially benign or noncancerous growths in the uterus. If they are not causing any problems or if the symptoms (e.g., bleeding, pain) are mild, then treatment might not be necessary—or it may be postponed.
What are Uterine fibroids?
They are the single most common reason for hysterectomies in the United States. It is estimated that between 200,000 to 500,000 hysterectomies are performed each year because of fibroid tumors.
