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Fibroid tumor A noncancerous tumor formed of fibrous tissue. Mentioned in: Infertility Drugs, Oral Contraceptives fibroid tumor. See fibroma. fibroid 1. having a fibrous structure; resembling a fibroma. 2. fibroma. fibroid tumor fibroma. Patient discussion about fibroid tumor. Q. uterine fibroids. Whats the best way to deal with them? My doctor says hysterectomy? What about my hormones? A. Yes, drugs that suppress the levels of the female sex hormones (estrogen) are successful for treating uterine fibroids. However, the relief is only temporary and the fibroids recur once the treatment is stopped. In addition, these treatments cause side effects similar to menopause. Read more or ask a question about fibroid tumorSurgery is the definitive treatment, especially for complications such as bleeding or pain, and when there's a suspicion for malignancy. You may read more here: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000914.htm How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The occurrence of genetic aberrations in fibroid tumors is considered. Lorrie DeYoung, 34, of Hollywood hoped a sprinkle of holy water would help her ailing black German shepherd, Trevor, cope with a benign fibroid tumor the size of a basketball bulging from its right side. She met with her internist, and a sonogram revealed a large mass that could have been a fibroid tumor. |
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