INTRODUCTION Uterine fibroids are very common in reproductive-age females. For some individuals, they are entirely asymptomatic. Moreover, since fibroids can grow, remain stable, and/or potentially regress (during hypoestrogenic states such as menopause) individuals without symptoms should be educated about the presence of fibroids and potential associated symptoms. However, many patients will present with symptoms including abnormal uterine bleeding, pressure or bulk symptoms, fertility issues, and/or pain that warrant treatment. These patients have a variety of therapeutic options available to address their symptoms.
Up to 80% of all women are thought to develop uterine fibroids by the time they reach age 50. Odds are, you or someone you know have uterine fibroids. Noncancerous though a fibroid may be, it is not without its negative impacts on daily (or monthly) life. Just in case the typical, monthly cramps and bleeding during your period weren’t enough for you, uterine fibroids can cause heavy, excessive bleeding, spotting between periods, urinary incontinence and increased frequency, and pelvic pain and pressure. Phew. This is the kind of pain an anti-inflammatory and heating pad might not alleviate. The good news is that there are far less invasive options that not only avoid a stay in the hospital, but let you keep your uterus.
MBBS – PGIMS Rohtak
MD Radio-diagnosis (2013-2016), SGPGIMS Lucknow
Consultant radiologist Jindal hospital, Hisar, Haryana
Ex senior resident AIIMS, New Delhi
PDCC (Neuro-radiology) SGPGIMS Lucknow
DNB Radio-diagnosis (2018-2019)
PDCC (Gastro-radiology) 2019-2020, SGPGIMS Lucknow
Dr Rohit Agarwal is an interventional radiologist with an experience of 8 years in the field of diagnostic and interventional radiology. He received his training in the field of interventional radiology and endovascular sciences from Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi, SGPGI, lucknow and Bach Mai Hospital, Hanoi. Dr. Rohit Agarwal is consultant in the department of interventional Radiology in Medanta hospital Lucknow with over 8 years of experience in Radiology and Interventional Radiology. He did his MBBS from KGMC, Lucknow followed by post graduation in Radiology from prestigious Dr RML Hospital and PGIMER New Delhi. After completing his training in Radiology he went for superspeciality training in the field of Interventional and vascular Radiology from prestigious Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi and SGPGI, Lucknow.
