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What are Intramural Fibroids?

Intramural fibroids, also known as myomas or leiomyomas, are a common type of tumour that develops within the muscular wall of the uterus. These benign growths are composed of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissues. Intramular fibroids vary in size and location and specifically grow within the thickest layer of the uterus, known as […]

Can I Feel Fibroids With My Fingers?

Uterine fibroids are benign growths that develop within the uterus. They vary in size, shape, and location within the uterus wall. Many women encounter different sets of symptoms, such as heavy bleeding during menstruation, pelvic pain, and recurring urination. It is normal for some women to wonder if they can detect these fibroids themselves, possibly […]

Can Uterine Fibroids Affect Pregnancy?

Uterine fibroids are benign and abnormal growths that develop within the uterus, mainly within the lining. The abnormal growth of the cells is usually made up of fibrous tissue or muscle, commonly termed Uterine Myomas. They vary in size, shape, and location within the wall of the uterus. Many women encounter different sets of symptoms, […]

Body Changes After Myomectomy

Are you aware that studies have found that about 80% of all women are at risk of developing fibroids before they turn 55? For many women, fibroids are not associated with any kind of symptoms, but for others, extreme abdominal pain, irregular and excessive bleeding, increased urination, etc., can be experienced. Their symptoms can sometimes […]

How to Check for Uterine Fibroids at Home?

Uterine fibroids are an emerging medical condition among females. Females within childbearing years are mostly prone to contracting fibroids. Several risk factors can lead to the formation of uterine fibroids – but it’s mainly idiopathic. Educating yourself regarding your medical conditions is important for physical well-being and mental betterment. Every woman should be aware of […]

UFE Post Procedure Care

The Uterine Fibroid Embolization procedure allows you to go home right after the treatment, but you will be briefed about post-procedure care. This article will act as a summary of what your nurse will instruct for UFE Post Procedure Care. UFE Post Procedure Complications To understand post-procedure care, you need first to know the complications […]

Benefits of UFE over Surgery

Uterine Fibroid Embolization is one of the most common treatments for fibroid. Before a person makes a well-informed decision of whether to opt for surgery or UFE, they need to look at the advantage UFE has over surgery. The benefits of UFE over surgery can be stated as follows: Benefits of UFE over Surgery UFE […]

UFE Procedure Explained

If you are looking for a fibroid treatment that involves minimal or no stay at the hospital, then uterine fibroid embolization is the answer! UFE procedure is the best minimally invasive alternative for hysterectomy and myomectomy. A catheter, a thin tube, is inserted into the patient’s blood vessel via their leg or wrist. This is […]

Risks and Side Effects of UFE

There are no or fewer risks associated with uterine fibroid embolization. The risks and side effects of UFE that need some consideration are as follows: Complications of Angiography Using a catheter can lead to a small bruise and a little bleeding of vessels; this can, in turn, cause blood clotting. Vascular injury is also one […]

Am I a Good Candidate For UFE?

UFE or Uterine Fibroid Embolization is a minimally invasive non-surgical procedure for the treatment of uterine fibroids. Fibroids or Uterine Fibroids are non-cancerous (benign) growths of cells within the uterus. It can mostly occur during the child-bearing days of women. The abnormal growth of the cells is usually made up of fibrous tissue or muscle […]