I've got a 12cm fibroid in my uterus, and Im really worried about having to go through surgery. Are there any medicines or other treatments out there that could help shrink it instead?

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yes there are medicines to reduce size and symptoms

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I have a 1712mm posterior intramural fibroid in the back of my uterus and I'm married and trying to conceive could this affect my chances of getting pregnant and do I need surgery to remove it

No as the size Is too small Surgery is definitely not required at this size

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Which is the best method of family planning?

Sterilization: This provides up to 99.5% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy,Contraceptive patch: This provides up to 92% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy,Emergency contraception: This provides up to 89% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy

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