UNDERSTANDING THE IMPLICATION OF YOUR FIBROID SIZE
Fibroid size is one of the symptoms of uterine fibroids that doctors follow to determine whether treatment is needed. It is unclear why fibroids develop, but several factors may influence their formation. There’s also some evidence that fibroids run in families and that identical twins are more likely to both have fibroids than non-identical twins. Oestrogen and progesterone, two hormones that stimulate development of the uterine lining during each menstrual cycle in preparation for pregnancy, appear to promote the growth of fibroids. Fibroids contain more oestrogen and progesterone receptors than normal uterine muscle cells do. Fibroids tend to shrink after menopause due to a decrease in hormone production.
Uterine fibroids vary widely in size from as small as a coin to the size of a large melon. A very large uterine fibroid can cause the uterus to expand to the size of a 6 or 7 month pregnancy. Fibroids can form as one single dominant fibroid or as a cluster of many small fibroids. A woman’s uterus is approximately 3 inches (7.6 cm) long, and pear-shaped. A small fibroid may not cause any symptoms, so you may not even know you have it. A larger fibroid may cause your uterus to enlarge, and then you will start to notice changes.
SIZE AND INTERPRETATION.
If a fibroid is less than 3cm, it is adjudged to be small. If it is between 3 to 5 cm it can be termed to be moderate. If it is between 6 to 10 cm, it is moderately large. While a size that is above 10cm is large. Based on location if it is found on the outer surface of the uterus, it is a seubserous fibroid. If it is found within the muscle wall, it is known as submucus fibroid. It is called a Fibroid polyp, if it is a polyp growth in the cavity of the Uterus.
THE RESULTANT EFFECT OF THE SIZE
Fibroid may cause nothing , if it is small. It may cause heavy and or prolonged menstrual bleeding depending on location and size. It may cause pressure in abdomen if large enough or cause pain if it gets twisted on its stalk. It may also cause lower back pain. Pain is likely during pregnancy when fibroid may degenerate. Increased urination may occur, by pressing on the bladder, is another likely development. Cramping during Menstrual Period is a common feature as well. Swelling or enlargement of uterus even without pregnancy occurring may be observed. Pain during intercourse if a frequent complaint.
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