According to National Institute of Health (NIH), fibroids are an important health concern. This is because of large number of women affected by them.
Hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus, is an invasive treatment that can cause many complications to develop. The majority of hysterectomies performed in the USA are due to fibroids. Fibroids are a benign condition that cause many painful and life changing symptoms and affect a large population of women. It is important for women to know about all of their fibroid treatment options before decided if a hysterectomy is right for them.
Symptomatic fibroids present many challenges such as;
- Painful and prolonged menstruation
- Frequent urination
- Pelvic pain and pressure
- Pain during sex,
- Prolonged and heavy menstrual bleeding leading to anemia (iron deficiency)
- Fatigue and tiredness
Effects of Hysterectomy
In recent years an increasing number of studies have shown long-term effects of hysterectomy on the pelvic floor and some studies have demonstrated unwanted effects on other health aspects. Women have to deal with the reality of not having children and dealing with hormonal effects.
For many women suffering from symptomatic fibroids, deciding on a hysterectomy is a difficult decision. It can be especially difficult for women that have not had children yet. A hysterectomy is irreversible and should be decided one based on a woman’s future.
At USA Fibroid Centers we offer minimally invasive and non-surgical fibroid treatment for –Uterine Fibroid Embolization(UFE) or also known as Uterine Artery Embolization. Our leading interventional radiologists use an image guided catheter to reduce the size of the fibroid tumor by blocking the supply of blood to the fibroid. The treatment is an outpatient procedure and patients can go home the same day after treatment. Most women feel have their fibroid symptoms under control after a fibroid treatment.
This is how your life will change after a UFE procedure:
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- Manageable menstrual cycle: After a UFE procedure the menstrual period becomes shorter and lighter and the pain during menstruation is under control,
- Higher energy levels: As the menstrual bleeding becomes lighter, women gradually gain their energy levels back. If anemia occurs due to symptomatic fibroids, it should improve on its own over time.
- A more confident you: Most women suffering from fibroids avoid wearing lighter clothes as they are afraid of their clothes getting stained. After a UFE procedure you can enjoy wearing any color that you like as your menstrual flow.
- Positive self-body image: Women suffering from fibroids sometimes develop a poor self body image due to enlarged abdomen that can be caused due to larger fibroids. After a UFE procedure most women feel they are in a better shape.
- Improved sex life: Due to the reduction in the size of the fibroid tumor most women experience a pain free and improved quality of sex life.
- A happier you: Most women treated at USA Fibroid Centers, share their satisfaction with results after a UFE procedure as they feel in control of their body again and don’t feel hopeless anymore as they have they received a treatment for fibroids and preserved their uterus as well.
Your Fibroid Treatment at USA Fibroid Centers is most likely covered by most insurance plans.
If you are suffering from the painful symptoms of fibroids call (855) 615-2555 to schedule a consultation with one of our leading interventional radiologists so you can enjoy a fibroid free life!
