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Fibroids can be classified as subserous, intramural or submucosal according to where they develop in the uterus, that is, if it appears on the outermost wall of the uterus, between walls or on the outermost part of the uterus. Most cases of fibroids do not lead to the appearance of signs or symptoms, however these can arise when the fibroid grows in size and puts pressure on nearby organs.
Myoma is a kind of benign tumor, consisting of muscle tissue and fibrous tissue that grows on the wall of the uterus, which normally grows faster during pregnancy and menopause. Although in most cases it is not associated with symptoms, it is important to go to the gynecologist for an evaluation and the most appropriate treatment can be indicated, if necessary. See more about fibroid and main causes.
1. Subserous fibroid
The subserous fibroid is a type of fibroid that develops in the outermost part of the uterus, called serosa, and is nourished by a blood vessel, which can also be called a pedicle. This type of fibroid does not normally lead to the appearance of signs or symptoms, however when it grows a lot, it can cause compression in Organs nearby organs and lead to the appearance of some symptoms.
The development of subserous fibroids is usually related to genetic and hormonal factors, however some factors may favor the onset of this type of fibroid, such as early menstruation, family history of uterine fibroids, food rich in red meat, alcohol and caffeine, and obesity .
Main symptoms: Symptoms of subserous fibroids are rare and arise when the fibroid grows a lot, with pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding and iron deficiency anemia, which may result from excessive bleeding. Know other symptoms of subserous fibroid.
How to treat: Treatment for subserous fibroids is only indicated when there are signs and symptoms, and may be recommended by the gynecologist, who may indicate the use of medication or surgery to remove the fibroid or to remove the uterus, in the most severe cases.
2. Intramural fibroid
Intramural fibroids are a type of fibroids that develop between the walls of the uterus and that in most cases are related to changes in the levels of female hormones. Learn more about intramural fibroid.
Main symptoms: Most cases of intramural fibroids are asymptomatic, however some women may report abdominal pain, increased menstrual flow, constipation and difficulty urinating, these symptoms being more frequent when myoma grows in size or when several fibroids appear .
How to treat: Treatment for intramural fibroids should be indicated by the gynecologist, and the use of drugs to control the growth of the fibroids and relieve symptoms may be indicated, or surgery to remove the fibroids.
3. Submucous fibroid
The submucosal fibroid develops on the innermost wall of the uterus, which can affect the endometrium and interfere with the woman's fertility, since the endometrium, which is the tissue that lines the uterus internally, is the embryo's implantation site.
Main symptoms: Submucosal fibroids are the type of fibroids that are associated with the largest number of symptoms, as they can compromise the endometrium. Thus, the main symptoms of submucosal fibroids are pelvic pain, bleeding outside the menstrual period, increased menstrual flow and iron deficiency anemia.
How to treat: The treatment for submucosal fibroids is done with the aim of relieving symptoms by reducing the size of the fibroid and performing surgery to remove the fibroid. See more about submucous fibroid.