Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that appears during the childbearing years of a woman.
Also called leiomyomas or myomas, uterine fibroids can never develop into cancer.
Tamil name: கருப்பை நார்த்திசுக்கட்டி

CAUSE

 Genetic changes: Change in the gene associated with the uterine wall is affected.
 Hormones- Oestrogen, and progesterone, appear to promote the growth of fibroids.
 Growth factors Insulin-like growth factor may cause fibroid growth.

SYMPTOMS

 Heavy menstrual bleeding
 Menstrual periods lasting for long time
 Pelvic pressure or pain
 Frequent urination
 Difficulty emptying the bladder
 Constipation
 Backache or leg pains

COMPLICATION

● Twisting of the fibroid
●Anaemia
●Urinary tract infections
● Infertility

DIAGNOSIS

 Ultrasound  of the uterus.
 MRI
 Saline infusion sonogram (hysterosonography)
 Hysteroscopy
 Endometrial biopsy

GENERAL MANAGEMENT

 Intrauterine devices (IUDs) that release hormones which reduce heavy bleeding and pain
 Iron supplements is given to prevent or treat  anemia  due to heavy periods.
 Pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or naproxen are given.

YOGA

 Kapalbhati: Kapalbhati is pranayama that includes forceful exhalation through abdominal muscles.
 Regular kapalbhati improves blood circulation
 Regulates hormones in our body, one of the causes of fibroids.
 Anuloma Viloma or Alternate Breathing: Common form of breathing exercise that includes inhalation and exhalation by alternate nostrils.
 Helpful in increasing the supply of oxygen to all parts of the body.
 Daily practice for 5 -10 minutes is compulsory.

NUTRITION

 What To Avoid: Excess of refined carbohydrates hould be avoided. Flour, pasta, white rice, corn , r meat, boxed cereals, potato chips, baked food, and excess junk food.
 What To Eat: Whole foods good for fibroids are dried fruits, cooked vegetables,
beans whole grains, and brown rice are advised.

HOMEOPATHIC MANAGEMENT

 Homoeopathic medicines are ideal for the treatment of UTERINE FIBROID and it cures this condition safely without any side effects. It can be cured with correct individualistic homoeopathy medicines. Taking Homeopathic medicines can speed up the process of healing and helps in reducing the risk of complications. There are so many top-grade homoeopathic medicines given to the fibroid uterus based upon the individualistic prescription of medicines. A research-based study was conducted in Hyderabad based on Role of Homoeopathic
Medicines in treating Uterine Fibroid: A Prospective Observational Study. More than 81.7% of the women have shown a marked improvement at various stages of treatment during the period of eight months. 29 patients showed a marked improvement 12 patients’ fibroid has been completely resolved The medicine used in the study were pulsatilla , calcarea carb, lycopodium, sulphur kali carb. The top graded homoeopathic medicines showed a marked improvement and were very effective in treating the patient.

Consult your Homeopathic Doctor immediately if you suspect the symptoms of fibroid uterus but especially in the following situations:
 Heavy menstrual bleeding
 Menstrual periods lasting for long time
 Pelvic pressure or pain
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REFERENCE

1. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000914.htm
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20never%20develop%20into%20cancer.
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