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Understanding Subserosal Fibroids
Subserosal fibroids grow on the outer surface of the uterus and may cause pelvic pressure, bloating or urinary symptoms. Learn about their causes, symptoms and treatment options, and when to seek medical evaluation.
Fibroids and Ovarian Cysts: What Is the Difference?
Fibroids and ovarian cysts are common conditions that can cause similar symptoms such as pelvic pain and bloating. Learn how they differ, what causes them, and when to seek medical advice for proper diagnosis and care.
Intramural Fibroids: When Should I See a Doctor?
Intramural fibroids are one of the most common types of uterine fibroids. Learn how they are diagnosed, when symptoms require medical attention and what treatments are available.
How Uterine Fibroids Affect Perimenopausal Women
Hormonal changes during perimenopause may affect how uterine fibroids behave and influence symptoms. Learn how fibroids impact women during this stage and when medical evaluation may be helpful.
Potential Risks and Complications of Myomectomy for Fibroids
Many women who want to preserve their uterus and safeguard their fertility turn to myomectomy to ease the discomfort caused by uterine fibroids. The idea of surgery, however, can feel daunting, especially when trying to weigh the potential benefits against possible risks. Knowing what to expect beforehand can make a real difference.
Understanding the Different Types of Fibroids
If your periods have gradually become heavier or pelvic discomfort is starting to creep into your everyday routine, it can be unsettling not knowing why. Many women live with these changes for months or even years before discovering that uterine fibroids are the cause. While fibroids are common, especially among women of reproductive age,
Myomectomy vs. Hysterectomy: Which Surgery Is Right for You?
If heavy periods, pelvic discomfort or fertility concerns have started to affect your daily life, you may have been told that surgery is an option. For many women, that conversation leads to an important decision: whether to remove fibroids while keeping the uterus, or to remove the uterus entirely.
How to Prepare for a Myomectomy: A Step-by-Step Guide
If your periods leave you feeling drained, or pelvic discomfort has started interfering with work, exercise or daily life, you are not alone. Many women find that these symptoms are caused by uterine fibroids, which can sometimes be treated effectively with a myomectomy, a procedure that removes fibroids while preserving the uterus.
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
FRCOG (UK), MRANZCOG (Aust-NZ), FAMS (S'pore)
