Dear Dr.Parker:
I have just turned forty and I have recently had a pelvic ultrasound , which revealed four uterine fibroids, the largest being 8.6 cm in diameter (my uterus measuring 16 x 14 x 8cm).
I have never had children and have chosen not to in the future, my gynecologist suggested a hysterectomy based on that fact. I am really scared about this, as I was only in the hospital the first time ever in my life in 2009 to have my gall bladder removed. I have a conctraceptive implant Implanon, heavy bleeding only two days a month, but this has improved while taking iron tablets and vit B12 injections as perscribed for anaemia.
After reading your informative website, should I seek a second opinion? As I am not keen on the idea of making such a rash decision, I wish to make the right one.
I thank you for your kind attention.
There should be many options available to you , as outlined on my website, including the option of no treatment since the fibroids do not sound like they are bothering you. 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.
See these webpages: http://www.fibroidsecondopinion.com/treatment-for-fibroids/
http://www.fibroidsecondopinion.com/laparoscopic-myomectomy/
http://www.fibroidsecondopinion.com/uterine-artery-embolization/
I hope you find this information helpful,
Bill Parker, MD
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