Uterine fibroids-causes, symptoms, Homeopathic medicine & treatment

     A non-cancerous growth that grows in or outside a woman’s uterus(womb) is uterine fibroids also known as leiomyoma, fibromyoma, Myoma, or fibroleiomyoma. Uterine fibroids grow from normal uterus muscle cells that start growing irregularly. when these cells developed abnormally and grow very fast, they were called benign (non-cancerous) tumors. These fibroids can develop as a single tumor or can grow also to be many in the uterus. They can be different in size. These were small as a seed or big as grapes. In different cases, they can be very big. These are commonly developed due to uterus muscular or fibrous tissues or blood vessels. In this blog, we will discuss uterine fibroid homeopathic treatment.

Types of uterine fibroids:

According to location Uterine fibroids are classified into three types: Fibroids that may grow in the wall of the uterus are called Submucosal fibroids. Fibroids that may grow inside the cavity, or in the cervix (that right below the uterus)are called Intramural fibroids. Fibroids that may grow on the outer side of the uterus are called Subserosal fibroids.

Causes of Uterine fibroids:

The major cause of uterine fibroids is when the cells in the wall and muscles of the uterus start to overgrow. This growth is increased in the presence of different hormones mostly progesterone and estrogen. During childbearing age, these hormones level is at the highest rate. Therefore the level of these two hormones is decreased when menopause occurs then fibroids begin reducing on their own. In a few cases, after menopause, the fibroids vanished completely. 

     Some major causes for uterine fibroids are:

• Genetics: Heredity or genetics is the major cause of the spreading of uterine fibroids. It has been noticed that a large number of patients with fibroids are because of their genetic history especially these fibroids carried by the mother. This risk of uterine fibroid has been increased about three times higher than average due to mothers and any other family members having fibroids.
• Overweight and obesity: Obesity and overweight are also major factors in the growth of uterine fibroids. Obesity increases uterine fibroid risk 2-3 times higher in women as compared to the normal one.

Causes in an individual:

• Unhealthy diet: According to researchers unhealthy diets that contain alcohol, lots of red meat such as beef, ham, caffeine, and also less amount of fruits and vegetables are the major causes of uterine fibroids.
• Age: Uterine fibroids most usually occur in the age of 20 to 25% of women, and the age of 40 to 50% of women. The common cause of uterine fibroids is major surgery in women. They are mostly growing in women between the age of 30 and 50 years.
• Other diseases: The possibility of uterine fibroids also increases in a woman due to other different diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
• Other major causes: The deficiency of Vitamin D, hormonal imbalance(higher levels of progesterone and estrogen), and at early ages menstruation are also major causes of uterine fibroids. 

Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids:

Uterine fibroids that are smaller ones are not showing too many symptoms. From clinical observation, it is difficult to diagnose fibroid presence. Also in many cases, uterine fibroids symptoms are different in different patients. In some women, the symptoms of fibroids develop very slowly maybe it takes many years. But in some cases, these fibroids grow very rapidly for a few months.

The major common symptoms of fibroids are:

• During menstruation pain:  During menses, pain is a common symptom of fibroids. Especially pain in the lower abdomen, lower back, and pelvis.
• During menstruation abnormal bleeding: The major common symptom is abnormal bleeding during menses, and sometimes, the bleeding is more profuse than the normal pattern and long-lasting. Also in some other cases, the mid-cycle is started and bleeding may be irregular.
• Heaviness in the lower abdomen: In some cases, women also feel heaviness in the lower abdomen
• Miscarriage or Infertility: Infertility and miscarriages also happen when the size of fibroids is large.
• Other symptoms: Anemia, urinary tract infection, and during intercourse pain are also main symptoms of uterine fibroids. Anemia is also caused due to excessive bleeding because of untreated fibroids.

Pregnancy Complications due to uterine fibroids:

During pregnancy, there’s a small chance that fibroids may cause complications. Some complications that occur due to fibroids are:

• The birth canal may be blocked due to fibroids it’s dangerous for the baby and due to this cesarean delivery may be necessary, and you may also have excessive bleeding after childbirth.
• Due to fibroids developed in the uterus, pregnant women with fibroids are at high risk of premature delivery.
• Fibroids cause blockages to the fallopian tubes that retard the free motion of egg and sperm. A fertilized egg is hindered from implanting in the uterus, which leads to ectopic pregnancy.

Uterine fibroids homeopathic treatment:

In the Uterine fibroids homeopathic treatment, homeopathy is more helpful. As a non-surgical treatment for fibroids, homeopathy is the best alternative. Homeopathic medicines surely but gradually restrict the development of fibroids, and fibroids disappear completely with time. This is the most successful and the most effective treatment of uterine fibroids.

Several homeopathic medicines are used the cure fibroids. These homeopathic medicines are indicated according to the patient’s symptoms. Once these medicines are matched, then they will certainly cure the patient.

Uterine fibroids homeopathic treatment using Thlaspi Bursa Pastoris: (for imbalance period of menstruation)

One of the best medicine for uterine fibroids homeopathic treatment is Thlaspi Bursa Pastoris in the imbalance period of menstruation. This is most suitable for:

• When due to Uterine fibroids cramps and excretion of large clots occurs.
• Fibroids with imbalanced menstrual bleeding with pain
• Every alternate period is long-lasting
• Leucorrhea with continuously itching

Sabina: (for uterine fibroids with clotted bleeding)

It is mostly used in:

• With blood, discharge of black and dark clots occurs
• During menses bleeding is more profuse than the normal pattern and long-lasting
• During motion, bleeding is worse
• The uterine pain increases in the sacral region and to the thighs

Fraxinus Americana: (for large size fibroids)

This is used for the treatment of heavy, large, and prolapsed uteri. The patient bears strong feelings and pain down the abdomen.

Thyroidinum: (for obesity)

   Thyroidinum is one of the most effective homeopathic medicines for uterine fibroids in obesity. In obesity, these tumors are also present in the breasts.

Erigeron Canadensis: (for severe pain during urination) 

     This is indicated for irregular bleeding in two consecutive periods due to sexual intercourse or physical exertion. This is also used in the case of abortion that is caused due to uterine fibroids.

there is numerous homeopathic medicine are used for uterine fibroids:

• Calcarea Carb: (for cold sweating with uterine fibroids)
• Ustilago Maydis: (for profuse menstruation
• Trillium Pendulum:(for profuse leucorrhoea due to uterine fibroids)
• Sepia : (irritability and unbearing down pain)
• Phosphorus: (for protracted bleeding) 

Conculusion:

Conclusion:

    Homeopathic treatment and medicine can be a great way to reduce fibroids. If you are looking for an alternative to traditional medicine, homeopathy may be the right choice for you. Dr. Qammar Kammal is a qualified homeopath and can help you find the right treatment for you. Follow Dr. Qammar Kammal on social media to keep up to date with the latest news and advice on homeopathic treatment. Homeopathic remedies are natural, surely effective, and with no side effects. These balance the hormones, treat fibroids and reduce heavy menstrual pain and bleeding. They can be used during pregnancy.