The plight of women and the need to share this piece has been raised again as Nigeria loses another gem. Fibroid is a growth or tumor affecting the uterus. They are benign ( not malignant). Symptoms of this condition includes pain or some discomfort during sex, heavy menstrual bleed, abdominal pain or even constipation of frequent urination. Sometimes they are also removed when a women is struggling to conceive.Therefore, fibroid removal is a popular operation with several surgical and non - surgical treatment options.
It could be removed through open surgery or laparoscopic surgery. Laparascopic surgery simply put is key hole surgery. It uses little incisions and gives smaller scars. It also allows for faster healing less stay in the hospital and is becoming increasingly popular. While open surgery is the popular and traditional means of surgery. This surgery is still used for example in cases where the fibroid is too large and kehole surgery can not be done.
Women need to make sure they explore all the options available before surgery to make informed decisions. Your choice surgery should suit you as a woman, complement other responsibilities such as working, caring for the home other responsibilities you might have. Fibroid surgeries are commonly done in recognized hospitals in Nigeria and successfully at that. Yet, it doesn't stop there. Success of any surgery goes beyond just the operation and the period after the surgery is very crucial.
After any surgery be sure to observe your body closely . There are certain critical signs that could indicate danger.
After any surgery be sure to observe your body closely . There are certain critical signs that could indicate danger.
1. If you begin to feel dizzy or wuzzy after discharge then see your doctor immediately.
2. If you feel undue pain in area of the surgery (significantly more than you were initially experiencing) look for your doctor.
3. If you start to bleed (fresh blood) from the surgery site.
4. For surgeries such as fibroid if you notice you cannot pass stool after a couple of days and your tummy begins to extend see your doctor.
5. If you develop a significant fever with or without surgery see your doctor.
Good practice after a fibroid surgery should include limited avoid lifting heavy objects for some time after surgery.
Be sure to keep your appointments and contact your doctor if you notice anything unusual problems. This post was generated to answer a few queries after a famous Nigerian actress passed on. I wouldn't go abroad for a fibroid surgery , would you?
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