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Fibroids are benign growths that most often appear in the uterus during a person's childbearing years. They’re not dangerous and almost never develop into anything serious, but they could cause pain and discomfort. Don’t worry—you’ve come to the right place. While the overall results are mixed, certain natural solutions may help shrink your fibroids, like dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, and alternative treatments. Here are 14 tips to help get you on your way.
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QuestionAre homeopathic treatments appropriate for fibroids? Can they shrink fibroids?Dr. Zora Degrandpre is a Natural Health Doctor and Licensed Naturopathic Physician in Vancouver, Washington. She is a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She received her ND from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2007.There are no clinical studies available, but there are homeopathic remedies that have been helpful. Homeopathy is an alternative form of medicine — the homeopath will likely ask many questions to determine the best remedy for you — the remedy is individual to every woman, depending on specific symptoms. Look for a homeopath who has experience with fibroids.
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QuestionI have a large uterine fibroid and I don't know what to do.Dr. Zora Degrandpre is a Natural Health Doctor and Licensed Naturopathic Physician in Vancouver, Washington. She is a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She received her ND from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2007.The first step is to go to your physician for a checkup and examination. Make sure you tell your physician everything that is going on with you. Sometimes, large fibroids are surgically removed using ultrasound to guide the surgery. Hormonal treatments can control bleeding and may help make the fibroid smaller. Talk to your physician about all your options. Do some more research about fibroids and take a copy of this article with you along with any notes or questions you have.
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- If your fibroids are causing problems, then a common treatment approach is medication to regulate the hormones in your body. Particularly, GnRH drugs reduce estrogen and progesterone, while progestin-releasing medicines raise this hormone. These treatments an shrink fibroids. [23] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to sourceThanks
- Your doctor may also try some minor procedures to remove larger fibroids. Most are minimally-invasive and don't require a long recovery time. [24] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to sourceThanks
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- Remember that while these steps could help fibroids, dieting and herbs they aren't guaranteed to work. If your fibroids are causing pain or other problems, then see your doctor for professional treatment.Thanks
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To shrink fibroids, which are non-cancerous tumors that form on your uterus, try drinking a cup of green tea daily, which may reduce fibroid symptoms and shrink existing fibroids. You can also try working with a physical therapist to relieve fibroid symptoms, which can include heavy menstrual bleeding or changes in menstruation patterns. If none of these treatments work, try acupuncture, which reduces fibroid symptoms for some women. Make sure to seek medical attention immediately if you experience severe bleeding during your period, or prolonged spells of pain that won’t go away. When you see your doctor, ask them about hormonal medications, which can restrict fibroid growth. For tips on how to understand what causes fibroids, keep reading!
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