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Gynecology (Expert Forum)
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Answered by
Keith Downing, MD - Obstetrics, Gynecology
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by akposace, Oct 30, 2007 09:42AM
Is it true that when an unmarried lady (of age 30 - 33 year) has a growing fibroid remove while yet unmarried, the fibroid comes back and grows faster then before the first removal. My younger sister was told to get married first before going for the operation. Is it safe to get it out now, what are the implication. Thank you
Doctor's Answer
by Keith Downing, MD, Oct 31, 2007 11:20AM
, Oct 31, 2007 11:20AM
Hello,
Marriage has nothing to do with fibroid growth or recurrence. There is an approximately 25% chance of fibroids recurring after surgical removal.
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
Marriage has nothing to do with fibroid growth or recurrence. There is an approximately 25% chance of fibroids recurring after surgical removal.
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
Member Comments (2)
by Fille, Oct 31, 2007 03:24PM
To: akposace
I'm Africa and I know what you mean. That's just one of those African's ways of thinking. But as the Dr. said marriage has nothing to do with fibroid growth or recurrence.
