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'm 15 days pregnant and ate a papaya and a pineapple today. Could this be enough to cause an abortion? I'm a bit anxious about it.

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how is an abortion done in the first month of pregnancy do they use pills or is surgery required what are the options for ending a pregnancy within one month can it be done with medication or do i need a procedure if i'm only a month pregnant can i take abortion pills or will i have to get surgery how does abortion work in the first month is it just taking pills or do they have to do a surgical procedure i just found out i'm pregnant and it's been less than a month what's the process for abortion is it pills or an operation

gynaecologist opinion is advised for abortion treatment.

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Where is the pelvis located on a woman?

The pelvis is the lower part of the torso. It's located between the abdomen and the legs

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