Talking with Your OB/Gyn

 If you think that you are experiencing any signs and symptoms of fibroid tumors you should seek a consultation with your OB/Gyn. Determining the symptoms and the types of fibroids that you may have will help you make a better decision on the treatment that is right for you.

During an appointment with your OB/Gyn, you may want to discuss the treatment options that have been identified on this site such as uterine fibroid embolization and the other available uterine fibroid treatments. Some of these procedures, depending on the severity of your symptoms may or may not apply to your own situation. It is important to get all of the information and consider your options carefully before deciding on the right fibroid treatment for you. Before making a decision, you will want to do your research on all the available fibroid treatments. For help in finding additional information, please read our alternatives to hysterectomy procedures resource.

It is also important to be prepared when going to see your OB/Gyn in order to get all of the information you need regarding your care and the uterine fibroid treatments that are available to you. To help you get ready, we have provided a list of questions that will help you get more informed answers. We also have information on getting referred to a specialist, should you decide to pursue uterine fibroid embolization.

If you need help finding a physician or OB/Gyn in your area, please use our Physician Locator.

More Information: 
What to Ask
Alternatives to Hysterectomy
Getting Referred to A Specialist