What is Uterine Myoma?
When a benign (not recurring or progressive) tumor grows in the muscles of the uterus, it is known as uterine Myoma. These tumors can grow very large, sometimes growing as large as a melon. The typical Myoma, however, is around the size of an egg. When the Myoma penetrates the entire wall of the uterus, it is referred to as uterus myomatosus. In certain very rare cases (less than 1/2 of 1% of the time) the tumors can become malignant. When this happens, it is known as sarcoma. Symptoms of Uterine Myoma may include: – hyper menorrhea – lower abdominal pain – lumbago – dymenorrhea – irregular vaginal bleeding – dizziness – anemia. When the Myoma pushes on the intestines or the bladder, it can result in constipation, pain of the bladder, or a constant need to urinate. If the tumor pushes on the nerves in the spinal cord, it can result in pain of the back or the legs. The causes of uterine Myoma are not fully understood. Some research suggests that Uterine Myoma is less common in women who
