How to Manage Fibroids

Uterine fibroids (or tumor-like growths) cause heavy menstrual bleeding, pain during sex, or the need to urinate often.  At FemmPro OBGYN in Garden City and Massapequa, New York, our team of expert gynecologists, midwives, and physician assistants can professionally determine if your symptoms are due to  fibroids and help you manage them more easily. 

Not all uterine fibroids cause symptoms, but when they do, we know that your symptoms can be uncomfortable. Here’s everything you need to know: 

Recognizing fibroids symptoms

When fibroids cause symptoms, it’s usually because they’re large or you have many of them which may vary in size. Symptoms may include: 

• Heavy bleeding while on your period
• Bleeding between periods
• Painful periods
• Painful sex
• Pelvic pressure
• Difficulty urinating 
• Low back pain
• Constipation

If you experience symptoms like these, get in touch with our team for an evaluation right away. Our team might also identify fibroids during one of your routine women’s health exams using our state-of-art ultrasound imaging.

When fibroids need treatment

Fibroids don’t always require professional treatment or removal. Our team can determine if your fibroids need treatment by considering your symptoms and the features of your fibroids. 

Your fibroids might cause and require professional treatment if:

• You’re anemic (have low blood oxygen) 
• You experience moderate to severe pain
• You have bladder or bowel issues 
• You have large and/or several Fibroids 

Our team will advise you of the best treatment options based on your specific case.

Managing fibroids with treatment

Fibroids may be treated medically or surgically:

Nonsurgical treatment for fibroids

Hormone therapy can help shrink fibroids.  

Surgery for fibroids

Fibroids can be surgically removed with a myomectomy – a procedure that removes fibroids while preserving your uterus and fertility.  

In certain cases, a full hysterectomy may also be indicated.  

Managing fibroid symptoms at home

Home care can help alleviate the pain from moderate fibroids that don’t require professional treatment. You can manage fibroid symptoms at home with:

• Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers 
• Rest
• Applying heat
• A nutritious diet

Our team will also want to monitor you regularly to check your uterus for fibroid growth.  It’s important to keep up with your scheduled well-woman exams so that your provider can check  on your uterus and pelvis as well. 

Call FemmPro OB/GYN or schedule an appointment online today for professional fibroid management.