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Fibroid S, Heavy Periods, Anemic. Close To Menopause. Hysterectomy?

I have fibroids that cause extremely heavy periods. Tampons only last 20-30 minutes for 4-5 days. I am anemic because of this with hemoglobin between 7 and 8. Otherwise, I am in good health and 51. I do not believe that I am even close to menopause. I tried birth control pills, but that did not work out. Is hysterectomy my best option?
Mon, 23 Sep 2013
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Hi,
Thanks for consulting us.
You certainly need treatment due to anemia.
Hysterectomy is one option & a definitive treatment.
Medical treatment is short term, not definitive & may produce undesirable effects.
Other options include Myomectomy; It could be done as an open surgery, through Laparoscopy or Hysteroscopy, depending upon size & site of fibroids & the expertise available.
Third option is Uterine artery embolization.
You may discuss these with your Gynecologist & make an informed choice.
Wish you good health.
Take care.
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Fibroid S, Heavy Periods, Anemic. Close To Menopause. Hysterectomy?

Hi, Thanks for consulting us. You certainly need treatment due to anemia. Hysterectomy is one option & a definitive treatment. Medical treatment is short term, not definitive & may produce undesirable effects. Other options include Myomectomy; It could be done as an open surgery, through Laparoscopy or Hysteroscopy, depending upon size & site of fibroids & the expertise available. Third option is Uterine artery embolization. You may discuss these with your Gynecologist & make an informed choice. Wish you good health. Take care.