Myoma
Myoma
Myoma (pronounced: my-oh-ma), also known as a fibroid, is a type of benign tumor that develops in or around the uterus. The term "myoma" is derived from the Greek words "myo" meaning muscle and "oma" meaning tumor, thus referring to a tumor of muscle tissue.
Etymology
The term "myoma" comes from the Greek words "myo" (muscle) and "oma" (tumor). It was first used in medical literature in the late 19th century.
Definition
A myoma is a benign, non-cancerous tumor that originates from the smooth muscle layer (myometrium) of the uterus. Myomas can vary in size, from tiny (invisible to the naked eye) to large enough to distort the shape of the uterus.
Symptoms
Most women with myomas experience no symptoms. However, when symptoms do occur, they may include heavy menstrual bleeding, prolonged menstrual periods, pelvic pressure or pain, frequent urination, difficulty emptying the bladder, constipation, and backache or leg pains.
Types of Myoma
There are three main types of myomas:
- Subserosal myomas - These are located in the outer wall of the uterus.
- Intramural myomas - These are found in the muscular layers of the uterine wall.
- Submucosal myomas - These are located in the inner wall of the uterus.
Treatment
Treatment for myomas depends on the severity of symptoms, the size and location of the myoma, and the patient's health and age. Options may include medication, non-invasive or minimally invasive procedures, or traditional surgical procedures.
Related Terms
- Uterus - The female organ in which the baby develops during pregnancy.
- Tumor - An abnormal growth of cells.
- Benign - Not cancerous.
- Malignant - Cancerous.
- Myometrium - The middle layer of the uterine wall, consisting mainly of uterine smooth muscle cells.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Myoma
- Wikipedia's article - Myoma
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