What are the different types of fibroids?
Fibroids can grow in different parts of the uterus the pear-shaped organ located between the bladder and rectum. The uterine walls are composed of muscle, allowing it to expand enormously during pregnancy. Within the uterus is a central cavity in which the fetus develops. The endometrium is the inner lining of the uterine cavity. A menstrual period results from the shedding of the endometrium. Fibroids located beneath this lining can cause very heavy bleeding. The ovaries, which produce the female hormones estrogen and progesterone, are tethered to the upper part of the uterus, close to the ends of the fallopian tubes. The fallopian tubes, where fertilization of the eggs occurs, are located at each side of the uterus. The cervix is the lowest part of the uterus. It has a narrow canal through which menstrual blood passes. The main function of the cervix is to hold the uterus closed during pregnancy. Pedunculated fibroids are attached to the uterine wall by stalks. Subserosal fibroids ex
A. There are four different types: Subserous (outer wall), Submucosal (inside the uterine cavity, Intramural (within the uterine wall), Penduculated (attached to the uterus by a stalk) Q. Can fibroids grow in different parts of the uterus? A. Yes, fibroids can grow in many different locations around and in the uterus Q. What are some of the symptoms associated with uterine fibroids? A. Heavy menstrual bleeding, irregular menstrual bleeding and spotting, pelvic pressure and pain, urinary frequency and urgency, constipation and hemorrhoids, infertility, loss of pregnancy. Q. Can I expect to see a discharge as the fibroid is breaking down? A. It depends; if the fibroid(s) are inside the uterine cavity, you may notice a discharge. This is a common sign that the lysing (dissolving) of the fibroid is occurring. The color of this discharge can range from clear to white to blood red or brown periodically during the first few months. If you experience any discharge that alarms you, please consu
