Subserosal Fibroid
Subserous fibroids are lumps that grow externally on the uterus hence making it look bigger than it actually is.
Blood flow to the uterus is larger during the mensuration period and the blood flow gives enough oxygen and other nutrients for subserous fibroids to develop itself outside uterus.
They may expand to a great size, and even have the capability of growing to the size of a six-month pregnancy. Their size can induce feelings of uncomfortable bulkiness.
Pain is often reported in other locations of the body like the lower back or the backside of the legs due to the stimulation of sensory nerves in these areas.
Abdominal bloating and looking pregnant can indicate that subserous fibroids may be present. Menstruation will increase these tell tale signs.
Owing to their size and position, these fibroids can exert severe strain on other organs such as the colon, hence hindering bowel movements, and the bladder, leading to problems faced during urination such as the involuntary discharge of urine. They can adversely affect the ureters and harm the kidneys as well.
Yet another problem with large fibroids is the fact that they require a large amount of blood to live. Often, the blood supply cannot penetrate to the centre of the fibroids. This may cause oxygen and blood starvation in parts of the fibroid, which then causes the death of tissue. This tissue death is very painful.
Subserous fibroids are sometimes mistaken as ovarian cysts when they are connected by a stalk to the outside of the uterus. The only test available to distinguish between an ovarian cyst and a fibroid is by using a Magnetic Resonance Imaging device (MRI), which helps radiologists to create detailed, layered pictures deep inside bodies. Ultrasounds only provide vague imaging and the newer MRI is much more accurate.
One way for a doctor to remove subserous fibroids is through a keyhole type surgery called laparoscopic myomectomy. Being outside the uterus actually makes them less difficult to remove than other fibroids, but every surgery has associated risks.
A study was made at Third Military Medical University in China, where doctors discussed the effectiveness of myomectomies and Uterine Artery Embolization. Uterine Artery Embolization is where the blood supply is stopped surgically to reduce the growth of fibroids by making them out of blood and nutrients.
One hundred and forty-two women were treated with eitherUAE or laparoscopic myomectomy and octors followed up for sixteen months to study the effectiveness of both treatments. Fibroids returned in five of the 142 participants who had had fibroids from 2 to 12 centimeters surgically removed.
Of course, there are always risks associated with surgery. Blood vessels can be damaged by laparascopic myomectomies, as can the intestines. Scaring and adhesions caused by this procedure can cause digestive difficulties and fertility complications. UAE works by causing fibroid tissue to die, which can be extremely painful. This tissue death can at worst cause a uterine infection that could spread, and at best will cause an unpleasant vaginal odor.
Natural remedies are available to help you avoid the risks and potentially life-threatening side effects of these surgical treatments. Natural alternatives work gently with your body, gradually shrinking subserous fibroids without causing additional discomfort. Please visit http://www.fibroidsetc.com/subserous-fibroids for more information on how natural remedies can work for you.
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