Fibroids Flashcards

1
Q

What is a Fibroid?

A

Benign tumour of uterus smooth muscle

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2
Q

What do fibroids grow in response to?

A

Oestrogen

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3
Q

Symptoms of Fibroids? (4)

A

Heavy periods
Dysparenuria
Urine/Bowel changes
Bloating

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4
Q

Diagnosing Fibroids? (2)

A

Hysteroscopy
US Scan

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5
Q

Treating Fibroids? (3)

A

Mirena
TXA
Surgery

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6
Q

Complications of Fibroids? (4)

A

Heavy Periods
Decreased Fertility
Constipated
Torsion

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