What is uterine myoma?

Uterine myoma is a benign tumor that develops from the smooth muscle tissue of the uterine wall and is quite common among women of reproductive age. In many cases, this neoplasm does not manifest itself in any way and is discovered accidentally during a routine ultrasound examination of the pelvic organs.

However, upon reaching certain sizes or with an unfavorable location of the nodes, various unpleasant symptoms may occur. These include heavy and prolonged menstruation leading to anemia, dull aching pain in the lower abdomen and lower back, as well as a feeling of pressure on neighboring organs, such as frequent urination.

The diagnosis of uterine myoma is based on data from a gynecological examination and is confirmed using an ultrasound scan, which allows for the precise determination of the number, size, and localization of the nodes. In some cases, a doctor may prescribe magnetic resonance imaging to obtain a more detailed picture.

The choice of treatment tactics depends on many factors, including the severity of symptoms, the woman's age, the tumor growth rate, and her plans for future pregnancy. In cases of an asymptomatic course, an expectant management approach with regular dynamic monitoring by a gynecologist is often chosen.

To treat symptomatic myomas, modern medical drugs that reduce node sizes or various minimally invasive and surgical intervention methods can be used. Depending on the indications, conservative myomectomy with organ preservation or radical treatment is performed if the woman has already passed reproductive age.