This is the first study to accurately track fibroid growth, both in different women and different fibroids in the same woman. I (and other gynecologists) have been telling women for 30 years that fibroids do not get smaller until after menopause – this study proves that idea wrong. I have also been telling women that fibroid growth is unpredictable, some fibroids grow slowly, others fast and others go through growth spurts and then slow down.
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Tag Archives: fibroids
Fibroids after Menopause
June 14, 2011 – 3:08 pm
If fibroids shrink by 50% after menopause, what would be an approximate shrinkage of the 20-22 week uterus with multiple fibroids
Hysterectomy for Fibroids with Minimal Symptoms
February 27, 2011 – 2:03 pm
Hysterectomy should not be necessary and you should seek a second opinion from a gynecologist who can offer you the other options in order to see what is right for you.
Second Opinions
December 11, 2010 – 8:54 am
Dr. Parker, I am 49 yrs. old in good physical health. I walk or run several times a week, and am slim(5ft.115 lbs) and look youthful. However, I have a lot of stress-6 children, 2 with drug addictions, a difficult marriage, etc. I have a 10 cm fibroid that is putting pressure on my rectum. […]
Fibroids (leiomyomas) at routine second-trimester ultrasound examination and adverse obstetric outcomes.
November 8, 2010 – 2:17 pm
Journal: Obstet Gynecol. 2010 Nov;116(5):1056-63. Authors: Stout MJ, Odibo AO, Graseck AS, Macones GA, Crane JP, Cahill AG. Study from: Washington University, St Louis, Missouri Problem: Numerous studies have been conducted to see if the presence of fibroids during pregnancy affects the outcome of the pregnancy or the health of the baby. Most of these […]
How Do Women Feel after Treatment for Fibroids with Myomectomy, Embolization or Hysterectomy?
September 6, 2010 – 8:30 am
At the beginning of the study, the women filled out questionnaires asking about their level of activity, energy level, sexual function, pain, social functioning, general health and mental health. Six and 12 months later, questionnaires showed that, after any of the three fibroid treatments, most women felt as good as women without fibroids. At 12 months, women who had a hysterectomy had fewer symptoms (no bleeding) than women who had myomectomies or UAE.
Fibroids and Sexuality
August 2, 2010 – 7:45 am
Dr Parker’s Comments: There have been very few studies examining the effect of fibroids on women’s sexual satisfaction, and even fewer on the effects of different treatment options on sexual satisfaction. For that reason, the current findings that women with fibroids have more pelvic pain with intercourse and that myomectomy appears to help many of these women are good steps in helping women understand their symptoms. Similar research with regard to other treatment options including uterine artery embolization, focused ultrasound, mefipristone, etc, are sorely needed.
Uterine artery embolization for fibroids is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage.
October 5, 2009 – 9:15 am
Women who get pregnant following UAE have higher risks of miscarriage and excessive bleeding after delivery.
Can “watchful waiting” be used when a patient is anemic?
September 28, 2009 – 4:06 pm
Is it possible to build up hemoglobin enough to be able to just wait and watch fibroids. My hemoglobin was 6.6 and is now 7.5 from taking iron supplements. My uterus is 6 times normal size with one fibroid the size of a softball, and numerous others. My doctor is strongly recommending a laparoscopic hysterectomy. […]
Quality of Life after Fibroid Embolization
July 14, 2009 – 11:17 am
Quality of life is very good after fibroid treatment with uterine fibroid embolization
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Dr. William H. Parker is a board-certified Fellow in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Parker is an internationally recognized expert in fibroid surgery and research. Based in San Diego, California, he is considered one of the best fibroid surgeons for abdominal and laparoscopic myomectomy in the United States and abroad. He has been chosen for Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors every year beginning in the late 90's.
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