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Uterine Fibroids

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Uterine fibroids or fibroids as they are commonly called are growths that are found in the uterine tissues. Fibroids are growths that are not cancerous but do affect the tissue of the uterus. Some studies estimate that up to 75 percent of women may have one or more fibroids during the course of their child bearing years. Other names for fibroids are fibromyomas, leiomyomas or myomas. They can vary in size and placement in the uterus. Because of the variation in size and location they may not cause any symptoms or they may cause several symptoms that can interrupt the daily activities of the woman who has them. Women who do have symptoms associated with fibroids can have problems like heavy bleeding during their periods that might last more than seven days at a time. They may have pelvic pressure or pain especially leading up to and through the period. The pain may also be in the lower back or radiate down the leg. If there are large fibroids in the back of the uterus it could cause constipation. If there are large fibroid in the front of the uterus it could cause problems with frequent urination or difficulty emptying the bladder. Some fibroids can cause pain with intercourse as well.

Fibroids are influenced by estrogens and progesterones and as a result they tend to reduce in size or disappear after menopause. Because fibroids are influenced by hormones if a hormonal imbalance is detected balancing the hormones can significantly reduce the size of the fibroid and improve the symptoms associated with them. This is one of my first steps of treatment in my practice for women who are suffering from symptoms associated with fibroids. Balancing the estrogen and progesterone balance in women can sometimes be managed by increasing the fiber and the good oil content in their diets. If a patient is overweight or obese teaching them to release the extra weight and keep it off can also improve hormonal balance because excess fat cells increase the estrogen levels in the body. All fibroids may not be managed by diet or alternative treatments and removal may be the best option for some women. In many cases women come into my office after having surgical treatments asking me to help prevent them from coming back. I have had great success helping women prevent them from returning or growing to their previous size. Fibroids are a complicated issue because in the medical science we are not sure what the cause is for them in the first place. What is certain is routine women’s exams can help you determine if a fibroid so causing symptoms that affect your daily activities and getting help early to prevent then from growing larger can make all the difference in your sexual health.

Live Vibrantly,

Dr. Dae

Dr. Dae's website: www.healthydaes.com
Dr. Dae's book: Daelicious! Recipes for Vibrant Living can be purchased @ www.healthydaes.com

Dr. Dae's Bio:

“Dr. Dae" (pronounced Dr. Day) Daemon Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who completed her training at the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. She is certified as a General Practitioner by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE). Dr. Dae provides tailored treatment to meet the unique needs of every individual she sees in her practice. She also provides specialized support for persons challenged by nutritional deficiencies, weight problems, hormonal and reproductive system disorders, attention deficit disorder and those experiencing chronic diseases. Dr. Dae is an adjunct faculty member for Smith Farm Center for Healing and the Arts. She is the author of Daelicious! Recipes for Vibrant Living. Dr. Dae is a featured chef with www.myfoodmyhealth.com. Dr. Dae is a regularly featured writer for the Elite GoogleNews Website empowher.com where she shares her personal and professional vision for living whole and living well. To learn more about Dr. Dae, her products and services, please visit her on the Web at www.Healthydaes.com.

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Hi Dr Daemon Jones. I have uterine fibroid s and I had to have curet and a camera was inserted into the vaginal cavity for biopsy so they could see if I had any abnormal cells or not I will not no the results of the findings until I see my gynecologist again in October. a IUD was also inserted and I bled for a very long time for 4 weeks, then when my normal monthlies came through I bled for a week I am hoping that my body will accept the IUD so that things will settle and have reduced bleeding. When my third baby was born I requested to have my tubes cut and tied. So it is really not about conceiving it is about reducing the heavy bleeding. You explained every thing that I needed to know about my condition, and you explained why I have been experiencing painful intercourse, we have given up trying now because it is too painful.

September 30, 2010 - 6:38pm
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