Uterine Fibroids
Have you recently been diagnosed with one or more uterine fibroids? Do you experience heavier than normal menstrual bleeding and abdominal pain? We are here for you and want to provide relief.
Symptoms and Risk Factors
Uterine fibroid symptoms affect the quality of your life
Valley Radiology understands the pain that can come from living with uterine fibroids. While some people may experience mild or no symptoms, the most common symptom is increased menstrual bleeding.
Other symptoms include:
- Prolonged periods, extending over 7 days.
- Irregular menstruation which does not follow a typical period timeline.
- Sharp pain and cramping in the abdomen, pelvis, lower back, or legs.
- Spotting between menstrual cycles.
- Frequent urination due to difficulty in emptying the bladder.
- Irregular bowel issues such as constipation or diarrhea.
Between 20% and 70% of women are diagnosed with at least one fibroid before they reach menopause. Although fibroids are normally harmless, they can cause debilitating symptoms and reproductive issues over time if left untreated. Without treatment, fibroids can grow in size and number, which is why they should be closely monitored and treated by a specialist.
Treatment options are available for your uterine fibroids today. Don’t delay. Fill out our easy contact form or call us at 910-486-5700 now.
Understanding Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids are benign, or non-cancerous, growths of the uterus. Fibroids are typically found in the uterine muscle and they can extend outward or inward causing related symptoms.
There is a direct link between fibroids and genetics, but not much else is known regarding the cause of fibroids, although clinical research outlines factors such as:
- hormone changes
- growth factors
- extracellular matrix growth
Uterine fibroids are most commonly discovered during yearly gynecological visits and confirmed through ultrasound after symptom onset. If no symptoms are present, fibroids can increase the overall size of the uterus, alerting the doctor, during the exam, that fibroids may be present. In rare cases, an MRI may be required to confirm the location of all fibroids if more than one growth is present on the ultrasound.
Depending on the number, size, and location, there are various effective methods to treat uterine fibroids. One of the most effective ways to treat fibroids is through the use of uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), which cuts off blood supply to the fibroid, causing it to shrink and disappear over time. This is a minimally invasive option that provides a high success rate with little downtime for the patient and is performed by our board-certified specialists at Valley Radiology.
Other, more invasive, treatment options include:
- Laparoscopic myomectomy
- Abdominal myomectomy
- Birth control pills
- Prescription Medication
- Hysterectomy
Valley Radiology is a Leading Provider of Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Preserve your uterus, reduce menstrual bleeding, and eliminate pelvic pain and pressure with uterine fibroid embolization.
Uterine fibroid embolization is a minimally invasive treatment option to mitigate uterine fibroid symptoms through interventional radiology. Using state-of-the-art radiologic technology, our expert interventional radiology specialists can help alleviate your fibroid symptoms in just one visit and, in most cases, under an hour.
End fibroid pain and discomfort now
At Valley Radiology, we understand the impact that uterine fibroids can have on your quality of life. If you have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids and are beginning to experience symptoms, contact us today. Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, our team of specialists can help you determine if uterine fibroid embolization is the right option for your fibroid treatment. To request an appointment, call 910-486-5700 or use our easy online contact form.