The uterine leiomyoma (or also myoma, fibromyoma) is the most common benign tumor. It is formed in the muscular layer of the uterus - myometrium - and represents a node of a rounded shape. The size of this benign tumor can range from a few millimeters or centimeters in diameter, and also reach a size of several kilograms. The largest detected node of myoma weighed 63 kg.
Causes
The risk factors for the development of uterine leiomyoma are:
- hyperpolymenorrhea;
- diseases in the pituitary-ovary-uterus system;
- genetic predisposition;
- excessive emotional stress.
- inflammatory diseases of the genital organs;
- frequent abortions;
- diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- anemia;
- late onset of sexual activity or its irregularity.
Also, one of the main causes of the emergence of the uterine leiomyoma is considered to be hormonal disorders, including a violation of the metabolism of estrogens.
According to statistics, in the leiomyoma, the uterus is found in 25-50% of women of reproductive age, usually after 30 years.
Classification of uterine leiomyoma
Depending on the number of nodes distinguish between single and multiple leiomyoma, and from their location - submucosal (submucous) leiomyoma, intermuscular (intramural), intercellular, cervical, and subperitoneal (subserous) uterine leiomyoma.
Symptoms of uterine leiomyoma:
- Menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia). Menorrhagia are a characteristic sign of submucosal uterine leiomyoma. With the growth of the nodes of the myomas, menstruation becomes more abundant, lasts longer than usual and, as a result, leads to the development of anemia.
- Pain in the lower abdomen. Usually occur during menstruation. They can be either permanent or manifested in the form of fights. In rare cases, with severe complications, the pain may be cutting.
- Feeling of pressure and heaviness in the lower abdomen. Most often it is peculiar for intermuscular or subperitoneal leiomyoma, which have large sizes of nodes.
- Infertility and impaired functioning of the bladder or rectum. These symptoms are more rare.
It is possible to detect and diagnose nodal lymphoma of the uterus by ultrasound, in some cases, magnetic resonance imaging can be used.
Treatment of uterine leiomyoma
Since this tumor is benign, only 10-20% of cases require treatment, which may consist of drug therapy or surgical treatment.
Folk remedies for the treatment of uterine leiomyoma:
- Syrup from aloe. For its preparation you will need a young aloe (not older than 5 years). Five days before the use of aloe should stop watering. 375 g of this plant must be ground in a meat grinder, mixed with 625 g of honey and 375 ml of cahors. Store in a cool dark place. Take an hour before eating for 1 tsp. The course of treatment should be carried out for three weeks.
- Infusion of burdock. To prepare this infusion, pour 1 tbsp. Spoon the roots of burdock with two glasses of hot water and let it brew for 12 hours. Take the infusion 4 times a day. The course of treatment is a month.
If necessary, you can stop treatment for 10 days, and then continue. - Herbal tea. For its preparation you need to take a mixture of such herbs as: dogrose, hawthorn, motherwort, valerian root, mint, St. John's wort, celandine, string, nettle. Pour four tablespoons of herbal mixture into a thermos and pour 1 liter of boiling water. Insist 12 hours. Drink twice a day: in the morning after breakfast and before dinner.
- The frosty caucasian. It is one of the most effective antitumor agents. The main thing is to strictly follow the instructions, observing the dosages, and to conduct a full and regular course of treatment (from 6 to 12 months).
