Fibroid uterus is a condition that affects a wide segment of women. They are benign tumors of the uterus which can cause heavy menstrual bleeding, abdominal pain, or lower abdominal pressure. Though awareness about fibroids is picking up, mainly in urban and semi-urban areas, early diagnosis and management remains a major concern.
Whether it is young women struggling with fertility or older women facing heavy bleeding and anemia, fibroids often go unnoticed until symptoms worsen. This can be very traumatic for young women who want to start a family, as untriggered fibroids can damage fertility. Fibroids also impact women over 45 years, with many suffering from pain, heavy menstruation, or anemia. They need immediate attention and treatment so that complications can be prevented. Early diagnosis by regular follow-ups and imaging tests like ultrasound can totally change the treatment result.
The fibroids are usually treated with surgery. Laparoscopic surgery is nowadays commonly practiced in all hospitals. It is less invasive with lesser incision, and women recover fast. However, in big hospitals, Increased number of robotic surgeries are being done, with even more accuracy, specifically for women with big or multiple fibroids. Not only does surgery cure symptoms, but it also increases the likelihood of conception for women who desire children and provides relief and improved quality of life for women of a specific age as well.
These advanced techniques have made fibroid treatment safer, and they reduce blood loss, shorten hospital stay, and allow women to return to work and family duties quickly. Some hospitals are also using advanced technologies like 3D imaging during surgery to ensure that the procedure is very precise. The main challenge is to make these modern options available not just in metro cities but also in tier-2 and tier-3 towns, so that more women can benefit without delay.
The challenge, however, lies with access to facilities that use modern technology. While specialised surgeries are available in urban hospitals, they remain largely inaccessible in rural areas. This raises the need to train doctors at primary health care centres in understanding the symptoms of fibroids and referring the patients to nearest city hospital for treatment.
Fibroids can affect women of any age, and the causes may vary from hormonal changes to genetics. However, early treatment is important in all cases. In some instances, the doctors may initially prescribe medication to manage the symptoms if they are not very severe, or if the fibroid is very small in addition to regular scanning to monitor it. Sometimes, medication or hormonal therapy can help control bleeding or pain. Surgery is usually considered only when the fibroid is large, painful, or affecting fertility. Generally, when women hear about a fibroid, they panic. However, it needs to be understood that the treatment is available, but it may depend on the type and size of the fibroid..
In conclusion, while more women are becoming aware of fibroids or rasauli as it is commonly called, especially in urban areas, the real challenge remains timely diagnosis and access to proper treatment.