Miomas uterinos in Barranquilla, Colombia

Uterine Fibroids

Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that develop in the muscular wall of the uterus. Many women have no symptoms, but fibroids can cause heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, abdominal pressure, frequent urination, or difficulty becoming pregnant.

What specialist do I need for uterine fibroids?

The recommended specialist is a gynecologist, who can evaluate the size, number, and location of uterine fibroids and determine whether monitoring, additional testing, or treatment is needed.

When do uterine fibroids need treatment?

Treatment may be considered when fibroids cause heavy menstrual bleeding, anemia, pain, pressure on nearby organs, fertility problems, or symptoms that affect quality of life.

What treatments are available for uterine fibroids?

Depending on the characteristics of the fibroids and the patient's needs, treatment options may include medication, minimally invasive procedures, or surgery such as myomectomy to remove the fibroids or hysterectomy in selected cases.

Find specialists in uterine fibroids

At MedicosDoc, you can find gynecologists specializing in uterine fibroids, with experience in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating this condition and its related symptoms.