Fibroids

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I have recently found out i have a fibroid the size of a 18 week pregnancy all come as a shock i thought id got a water infection. So been to the drs and been sent for a scan to confirm, plus the bombshell of a hysterectomy.
Finding it hard to take in at the moment, has anyone had similar experiences that could help me out?

Do you mean the fibroid itself is the size of an 18 week pregnancy or your uterus is? They usually talk in terms of the size of the uterus and the fibroid in cm in my experience.
Is it causing you problems? I'm surprised they're recommending you go straight to a hysterectomy without trying other less drastic approaches first.

They said the fibroid is the size of a 18 week pregnancy. Id much prefer other options first before a hysterectomy. A bit of back ache and twinges in my stomach. Very little bleeding.

I would ask what your other options are first, particularly if it's not really causing you any issues. Did they not tell you why that was your only option or discuss alternatives? The NHS are usually very reluctant to do hysterectomies unless it's a last resort.

This was a G.P i have a scan next month to confirm from there. So hopefully after when obs/gynae have seen me i might have more information

Gentle hug but I think you’re being referred for a hysteroscopy. Not a giggle but much less of a deal that a hysterectomy.

I was told when I had my (huge) fibroid removed that I would potentially be having a hysterectomy as opposed to a myomectomy if the (male) surgeon though I needed it, as fibroids are "very vascular" (his words) and he was concerned re blood loss. I didn't need a hysterectomy. However, my friend, whose fibroids were much smaller, wasn't given an option for myomectomy, only a hysterectomy was suggested to her by her (female) surgeon. She lives under a different health authority area though.

Apparently, he peeled my uterus like an orange and sewed it back up. I lost 5 inches off my waist also.

@Etinoxaurus you might be onto something there!! A GP wouldn't make a decision on you need a hysterectomy, that would be done in discussion with a Gynae. Have you only had an ultrasound scan so far?
Have a read through this site so you can ask questions when you see a consultant. Treatments tend to depend on the size and location of your fibroids, which is why not everyone will be offered a myomectomy.
www.britishfibroidtrust.org.uk/

No defiantly said hysterectomy. I work within the NHS so am aware of the terminology.