Fibromyoma
Fibromyoma
Fibromyoma (pronounced: fy-bro-my-O-ma), also known as a leiomyoma or uterine fibroid, is a type of benign tumor that develops in the muscle tissue of the uterus.
Etymology
The term "fibromyoma" is derived from the Latin words "fibra" (meaning fiber), "myo" (meaning muscle), and "oma" (meaning tumor). Thus, it refers to a tumor composed of fibrous or connective tissue and muscle.
Description
Fibromyomas are the most common benign tumors in females and typically found during the middle and later reproductive years. While most fibromyomas are asymptomatic, they can grow and cause heavy and painful menstruation, painful sexual intercourse, and urinary frequency and urgency.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of fibromyoma is usually made by pelvic examination, ultrasound, and confirmed by histopathology.
Treatment
Treatment options for fibromyoma include hormone therapy, uterine artery embolization, myomectomy, and hysterectomy.
Related Terms
- Leiomyoma
- Uterine fibroid
- Tumor
- Muscle tissue
- Uterus
- Menstruation
- Pelvic examination
- Ultrasound
- Histopathology
- Hormone therapy
- Uterine artery embolization
- Myomectomy
- Hysterectomy
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fibromyoma
- Wikipedia's article - Fibromyoma
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