{"id":1223,"date":"2021-06-09T13:04:15","date_gmt":"2021-06-09T13:04:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/south-miami-womens-health\/?page_id=1223"},"modified":"2021-08-12T14:14:34","modified_gmt":"2021-08-12T14:14:34","slug":"treatment-for-uterine-fibroids-in-south-miami-fl","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/south-miami-womens-health\/uterine-fibroids\/","title":{"rendered":"Treatment for Uterine Fibroids in South Miami, FL"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling lazyload\" style=\"--awb-background-position:center bottom;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:10%;--awb-padding-bottom:10%;--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/south-miami-womens-health\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/206\/2021\/08\/GYNECOLOGICAL-SURGERY-AND-PROCEDURES_Uterine-Fibroids-1920x520_.jpg\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1352px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_3_4 3_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-animated\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:1px;--awb-bg-color:rgba(0,110,220,0.6);--awb-bg-color-hover:rgba(0,110,220,0.6);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:75%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.56%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.56%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-animationType=\"fadeInDown\" data-animationDuration=\"0.6\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#ffffff;--awb-margin-top:30px;--awb-margin-bottom:30px;--awb-margin-top-small:20px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:63;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>Treatment for Uterine Fibroids<\/strong><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling padding-wrapper\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:4%;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-background-color:#f7f8fb;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1300px + 0px );margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-column-no-min-height special-text\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:10px;--awb-padding-right:10px;--awb-padding-bottom:10px;--awb-padding-left:10px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.6666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Uterine Fibroids are benign, abnormal growths in a woman\u2019s uterus. Fibroids affect 70 to 80 percent of women in their lifetime however they can be treated. If left untreated fibroids can cause abdominal pain as well as heavy periods.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">The board-certified gynecologists at South Miami Women\u2019s Health provide treatment for uterine fibroids in Miami, FL. Learn about your treatment options and call (305) 665-9644 to schedule your appointment today.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.6666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:47;line-height:1.2;\">Risk Factors of Uterine Fibroids<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p>There are many factors that increase a woman\u2019s risk of developing fibroids, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Genetics<\/strong>. If other members of your family have experienced uterine fibroids, you have a higher risk of getting them as well.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Age<\/strong>. While menopause will usually help shrink fibroids on their own, women who are over 30 have a higher risk of getting fibroids.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hormonal Imbalances<\/strong>. Abnormal amount of certain hormones can increase your chance of getting fibroids. Estrogen and progesterone have the potential to cause the growth of fibroids.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pregnancy.<\/strong> During pregnancy, your body produces more estrogen and progesterone. Therefore pregnancy can be a cause of uterine fibroids.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diet.<\/strong> Eating a diet highly consisting of raw meat and ham can increase your risk of getting fibroids, while a diet high in greens and veggies can decrease your chance of getting fibroids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.6666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:47;line-height:1.2;\">Common Symptoms of Fibroids<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>In most cases fibroids are asymptomatic and do not cause any symptoms. This can make it difficult women to tell whether or not they have fibroids. When symptoms are present, they commonly include heavy bleeding, frequent urination, painful intercourse, lower back pain and a feeling of fullness in the lower abdomen. If you experience these symptoms, your gynecologist will either perform an ultrasound, MRI or X-ray to properly diagnose your condition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.6666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:47;line-height:1.2;\">Treating Uterine Fibroids at South Florida Women\u2019s Health<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>There are a number of effective treatment options for uterine fibroids ranging from medications to surgical procedures. Your gynecologist at South Miami Women\u2019s Health will determine the best treatment option for you based on a thorough evaluation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-flex-start\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:10px;--awb-padding-right:10px;--awb-padding-bottom:10px;--awb-padding-left:10px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.6666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"--awb-flex-grow:0;--awb-flex-grow-medium:0;--awb-flex-grow-small:0;--awb-flex-shrink:0;--awb-flex-shrink-medium:0;--awb-flex-shrink-small:0;width:calc( 100% + 0px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 0px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-0 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:15px;--awb-padding-right:15px;--awb-padding-bottom:15px;--awb-padding-left:15px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.5;\">Medications<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:30px;width:100%;max-width:30%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#d6d4d4;border-color:#d6d4d4;border-top-width:2px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Low-dose birth controls can help stop fibroids from growing. They can also control heavy bleeding. If pain is the only symptom, over-the-counter pain medicine will help.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-1 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:15px;--awb-padding-right:15px;--awb-padding-bottom:15px;--awb-padding-left:15px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.5;\">Endometrial Ablation<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:30px;width:100%;max-width:30%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#d6d4d4;border-color:#d6d4d4;border-top-width:2px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Doctors remove the lining of the uterus to control heavy bleeding caused by fibroids.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-2 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:15px;--awb-padding-right:15px;--awb-padding-bottom:15px;--awb-padding-left:15px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.5;\"><a href=\"\/south-miami-womens-health\/myomectomy-for-fibroid-removal\/\">Myomectomy<\/a><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:30px;width:100%;max-width:30%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#d6d4d4;border-color:#d6d4d4;border-top-width:2px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Surgery to remove uterine fibroids without taking out healthy tissue.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-3 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:15px;--awb-padding-right:15px;--awb-padding-bottom:15px;--awb-padding-left:15px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.5;\"><a href=\"\/south-miami-womens-health\/minimally-invasive-hysterectomy\/\">Hysterectomy<\/a><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:30px;width:100%;max-width:30%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#d6d4d4;border-color:#d6d4d4;border-top-width:2px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Surgical removal of the uterus.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:4%;--awb-padding-bottom:4%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1352px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.6666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.88%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.88%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-9 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:47;line-height:1.2;\">Uterine Fibroid FAQs<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p>The highly trained OBGYNs at <a href=\"\/south-miami-womens-health\/about\/\">South Miami Women\u2019s Health<\/a> have provided this list of frequently asked questions to help patients better understand uterine fibroid symptoms and treatment options. If you have more questions or would like to schedule an appointment, call our office in South Miami at (305) 665-9644.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.6666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.88%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.88%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian my-faq\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:24px;--awb-content-font-size:16px;--awb-icon-alignment:right;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#e5e5e5;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:#dddbdb;--awb-divider-hover-color:#dddbdb;--awb-icon-color:#007aff;--awb-title-color:#006edc;--awb-content-color:#585858;--awb-icon-box-color:#6abf16;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#007aff;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:900;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:20px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:400;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-right fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed\" id=\"accordion-1223-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-4d9b07ef316283146 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_4d9b07ef316283146\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"4d9b07ef316283146\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#4d9b07ef316283146\" href=\"#4d9b07ef316283146\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Are Uterine Fibroids?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"4d9b07ef316283146\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_4d9b07ef316283146\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>A fibroid is a benign mass of cells that exist within the tissues of the uterus. These lumps are not cancerous, though they can cause significant symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, chronic pain, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Fibroids are an extremely common female condition, and are said to affect up to 80% of all women by age 50, though not every individual will present symptoms of fibroids. Many women that do experience difficulties with fibroids will begin to notice symptoms as their benign tumors gradually grow larger over time. This growth is likely to continue, along with worsening symptoms, if the woman\u2019s fibroids remain untreated.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-a66107c62db6309c9 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_a66107c62db6309c9\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"a66107c62db6309c9\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#a66107c62db6309c9\" href=\"#a66107c62db6309c9\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Causes Fibroids?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"a66107c62db6309c9\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_a66107c62db6309c9\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">Unfortunately, there is no one particular cause to fibroids. Medical professionals and researchers speculate that the development of uterine fibroids is related to hormonal imbalances as well as the patient\u2019s genetic history, meaning that individuals have little to no control over their risk for encountering this condition.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-9f4a9fea426937527 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_9f4a9fea426937527\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"9f4a9fea426937527\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#9f4a9fea426937527\" href=\"#9f4a9fea426937527\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Who Is at Risk for Getting Fibroids?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"9f4a9fea426937527\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_9f4a9fea426937527\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>In addition to having irregular hormone levels and a family history of fibroids, other factors that can influence a woman\u2019s risk of developing fibroids are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Her age<\/strong>: Fibroids are most commonly diagnosed between age 30 and 40.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Her weight<\/strong>: Obese individuals are more likely to suffer from fibroids. The more weight a woman carries, the greater her risk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Her ethnicity<\/strong>: African-American women encounter problems with uterine fibroids more than any other ethnic group.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Her diet<\/strong>: More recent studies have shown that a high intake of red meat can negatively impact a woman\u2019s likelihood to develop fibroid. In contrast, eating more leafy greens and fruit can have a positive effect on this particular risk factor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-f73e08d9b8b0da7c5 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_f73e08d9b8b0da7c5\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"f73e08d9b8b0da7c5\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#f73e08d9b8b0da7c5\" href=\"#f73e08d9b8b0da7c5\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Are the Symptoms of Fibroids?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"f73e08d9b8b0da7c5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_f73e08d9b8b0da7c5\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>As mentioned, fibroids typically cause excessive bleeding along with recurring pelvic pain. This pain is often misdiagnosed by patients as regular cramping during their menstrual cycle, but is most often the result of the positioning or increasing size of their uterine fibroids.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to heavy bleeding and pain, fibroids can also cause:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bloating of the lower abdomen<\/li>\n<li>Frequent and sudden need to urinate<\/li>\n<li>Pain during intercourse<\/li>\n<li>Problems with fertility<\/li>\n<li>Low back pain<\/li>\n<li>Complications during pregnancy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-18ead36cd67fc6969 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_18ead36cd67fc6969\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"18ead36cd67fc6969\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#18ead36cd67fc6969\" href=\"#18ead36cd67fc6969\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Are the Different Types of Fibroids?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"18ead36cd67fc6969\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_18ead36cd67fc6969\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Uterine fibroids can appear in various areas of the uterus, leading to different categorization based on the location of the patient\u2019s tissue mass. There are 4 distinct types of fibroids, which include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pedunculated fibroids<\/strong>: A fibroid that develops a supportive stem that forms at the base of the tumor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Subserosal fibroids<\/strong>: A type of uterine fibroid that grows along the outside of the uterus.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intramural fibroids<\/strong>: The most common kind of uterine fibroid, which appears within the uterine wall itself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Submucosal fibroids<\/strong>: Similar to the intramural fibroid type, these fibroids also develop within the uterine wall, though they more specifically exist within the submucosal layer of this muscular tissue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-4ed17ccb339534969 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_4ed17ccb339534969\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"4ed17ccb339534969\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#4ed17ccb339534969\" href=\"#4ed17ccb339534969\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How Does PRACTICE Diagnose Fibroids?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"4ed17ccb339534969\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_4ed17ccb339534969\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Uterine fibroids are often diagnosed during a woman\u2019s routine gynecological examination, which she should be completing every single year as recommended by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acog.org\/clinical\/clinical-guidance\/committee-opinion\/articles\/2018\/10\/well-woman-visit?utm_source=redirect&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=otn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists<\/a>. Depending upon the particular location of the patient\u2019s fibroid, your OBGYN may need to conduct an ultrasound or pelvic MRI in order to definitively confirm or deny a case of uterine fibroids.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-08d281fc4252b29d7 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_08d281fc4252b29d7\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"08d281fc4252b29d7\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#08d281fc4252b29d7\" href=\"#08d281fc4252b29d7\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How Are Fibroids Treated?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"08d281fc4252b29d7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_08d281fc4252b29d7\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">There are a variety of treatment methods available for women with uterine fibroids. Individuals who do not experience significant symptoms of fibroids are unlikely to ever require treatment, but those who frequently suffer from pain and discomfort from fibroids should consult with your OBGYN about their options.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-bg-parallax\" data-bg-align=\"center top\" data-direction=\"up\" data-mute=\"false\" data-opacity=\"100\" data-velocity=\"-0.3\" data-mobile-enabled=\"false\" data-break_parents=\"0\" data-bg-image=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/south-miami-womens-health\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/206\/2021\/05\/7.-Patient-feedback.jpg\" data-bg-repeat=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"rgba(255,255,255,0.6)\" data-blend-mode=\"overlay\" ><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-parallax-up nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling lazyload padding-wrapper\" style=\"--link_color: #e8679f;--awb-background-position:center top;--awb-background-blend-mode:overlay;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:7%;--awb-padding-bottom:7%;--awb-background-color:rgba(255,255,255,0.6);--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/south-miami-womens-health\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/206\/2021\/05\/7.-Patient-feedback.jpg\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last padding-null\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:40px;--awb-bg-size:cover;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-10 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#006edc;--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:47;line-height:1.2;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Patient Feedback<\/p><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-9 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"tst-slider\">\n\n\t<div class=\"tst\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>Excellent first visit. Successful annual checkup. Staff and doctors are very knowledgeable. Would love to continue visiting and would recommend to a friend.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<strong>Ana P.<\/strong>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>Friendly,  courteous staff, very attentive and caring about their patients.  Definitely, would recommend to family and friends.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<strong>Becky  R.<\/strong>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>I will forever be grateful to the doctors and staff at South Miami Women's Health. Especially Dr. Acevedo, who delivered my son, and saved my life after a PPH. I highly recommend this office as they are all knowledgeable, compassionate, friendly and strive to help you with your women\u2019s health needs in all areas from general care to pregnancy and post natal health. Great practice. 10\/10 recommend.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<strong>Bianca G.<\/strong>\n\t\t<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"tst\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>Love all three doctors- Drs Acevedo, Venditto and Roca! Always a great experience. They are so personable and caring. Dr Acevedo and Dr Venditto delivered my son in Dec 2019- couldn\u2019t ask for better! Highly recommend this team of doctors.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<strong>Lori A.<\/strong>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>I always enjoy going to Dr Petersen. He is very professional and gives you all the information. I love his kind staff Mari is just exceptional.  Nice friendly helpful amazing overall!<\/p>\n\t\t\t<strong>Gloria L.<\/strong>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>I will absolutely recommend this office. The employees were very friendly and welcoming especially Nelly and Cindy. They got me into a room super quick and made me feel comfortable when answering questions. Dr. Acevedo was very nice and helpful towards my problem. The office was great and I definitely recommend!<\/p>\n\t\t\t<strong>Monika A.<\/strong>\n\t\t<\/div>    \t\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"tst\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>This was my first time at this doctors office which can be a little nerve wracking at times. The staff was very friendly and very punctual. The doctor took his time to speak with me and made me feel at ease! They worked quickly yet thoroughly.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<strong>Natalie D.<\/strong>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tst-content\">\n\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-quote-right\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t<p>I've been a patient for the past 36 years with the same doctor. I highly recommend all doctors and staff very professional. 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