If you have recently been diagnosed and would like to know more about uterine fibroids and pain management, you will be pleased to learn that there are a number of steps you can take to bring some relief from the sometimes intolerable symptoms.
There is a clear distinction between managing the pain from your uterine fibroids and actually eliminating them completely and as such, if your symptoms are severe and affecting the quality of your life, you should consider these steps as a short term measure until you decide on your long term course of action.
There is much you can do to completely eradicate your fibroids naturally and this is worth considering before you look at drastic surgery or drug treatment.
Non steroid anti-inflammatory drugs are a way of treating both the pain from fibroids and the heavy bleeding.
They work by reducing levels of prostoglandin in the blood which, in turn, prevents the uterus from contracting so severely and causing pain.
They do have side effects, although they are not too common, which include gastrointestinal bleeding, high blood pressure and kidney issues.
Occasionally, contraceptives are given out for women with uterine fibroids.
These work by introducing hormones into the bloodstream which can reduce menstrual bleeding.
Results are varied, but some women report a degree of relief.
Uterine fibroids pain management can also be natural.
Try the following tips to help:- * Take supplements of vitamins A, C, E B12 and Folic Acid * Rest with your legs elevated * Use a heat pad or hot water bottle on the abdomen to relieve cramping * Avoid using tampons * Lie on your side and pull your legs up towards the chest * Take regular exercise