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Surgeons often recommend hormone treatment with a drug called leuprolide (Lupron) two to six months before surgery in order to shrink the fibroids. This makes the fibroids easier to remove.

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How long before intercourse can be resumed after myomectomy removal of fibroid?

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What is the procedure and instruments for myomectomy?

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What questions should the patient ask the doctor about myomectomy?

Why is a myomectomy being recommended?How many myomectomies do you perform a year?What type of myomectomy will be performed?What are the risks if I decide against the myomectomy?What alternatives to myomectomy are available to me?


What is the root word in myomectomy?

The root word of myomectomy is myoma. A myomectomy is the surgical removal of a myoma, or the excision of a fibroid tumor from the uterus.


What are the chances of having twins after a myomectomy?

Myomectomy alone wouldn't change the likelihood of conceiving twins.


What aftercare is required after a myomectomy?

four to six weeks of recovery following a standard myomectomy before they can return to normal activities. Women who have had laparoscopic or hysteroscopic myomectomies, however, can usually recover completely within one to three weeks.


What are some good journal sources of information on myomectomy?

AmIndman, Paul D. "Myomectomy: Removal of Uterine Fibroids." All About Myomectomy. 2002 [cited March 14, 2003]. Toaff, Michael E. "Myomectomy." Alternatives to Hysterectomy Page [cited March 14, 2003].


When is myomectomy used?

A myomectomy can remove uterine fibroids that are causing symptoms. It is an alternative to surgical removal of the whole uterus (hysterectomy ).


What are the risks with a myomectomy?

The risks of a myomectomy performed by a skilled surgeon are about the same as hysterectomy (one of the most common and safest surgeries).


Is the hormones affected after the myomectomy?

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Did you have an abdominal myomectomy and late period?

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What is myomectomy used to treat?

A myomectomy can remove uterine fibroids that are causing such symptoms as abnormal bleeding or pain. It is an alternative to surgical removal of the whole uterus (hysterectomy ).