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Uterine fibroids are a common but often misunderstood condition affecting many women, especially during their reproductive years. While some women may not even realise they have them, others experience symptoms that can significantly impact daily life—including heavy periods, pelvic pain, and pressure on the bladder or bowel.

Whether you've recently been diagnosed or suspect you may have fibroids, understanding the types, diagnosis process, and treatment options is the first step to getting relief. And the good news? Today, you can even start the conversation through a simple telehealth appointment or by speaking to an online doctor—no need to wait weeks for an in-person consult.

🧬 What Are Uterine Fibroids?

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. Also known as leiomyomas or myomas, they vary in size from tiny seed-like nodules to large masses that distort the shape of the uterus.

Although fibroids are benign, they can cause distressing symptoms for some women, while others may have no symptoms at all.

🔍 Types of Uterine Fibroids

Fibroids are classified based on where they grow:

• Intramural Fibroids: The most common type. These grow within the muscular wall of the uterus.
• Submucosal Fibroids: These develop just under the lining of the uterus and can interfere with menstruation and fertility.
• Subserosal Fibroids: Found on the outside of the uterus, these can press against surrounding organs.
• Pedunculated Fibroids: These are attached to the uterus by a thin stalk and can be either submucosal or subserosal.

Understanding the type and size of fibroid is important for determining the best treatment.

📋 Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids

Many fibroids are silent, but symptoms may include:

• Heavy or prolonged periods
• Pelvic pressure or pain
• Frequent urination
• Difficulty emptying the bladder
• Lower back pain
• Pain during intercourse
• Bloating or a feeling of fullness
• Fertility issues

If you're experiencing any of these, consider booking a online doctor appointment or a GP online chat to get personalised advice.

🩺 How Are Fibroids Diagnosed?

You don’t always need to go to a clinic for answers. An online doctor can start with your medical history and symptoms, then refer you for an ultrasound or imaging test if needed.

Here’s how the process usually works:

1. Book a telehealth appointment or instant consult.
2. Discuss your symptoms and health history.
3. If necessary, get a referral to a local imaging centre.
4. Review your results with your GP or after-hours GP access via a 24 hour doctor service.

If you're too unwell to work, you can also request a medical certificate, doctors certificate online, or even a sick certificate online to rest and recover properly.

💊 Treatment Options for Fibroids

Treatment depends on the size, number, and location of your fibroids, as well as your age and whether you want to have children.

Common treatment options include:

1. Watchful Waiting

If fibroids aren’t causing major symptoms, you may not need treatment—just regular monitoring.

2. Medications

• Hormonal therapies to regulate heavy bleeding
• Pain relief medication
• Medications that shrink fibroids
• Antacids or iron supplements for related symptoms

These medications can be prescribed through an online prescription, online rx prescription, or even an escript—saving you time and hassle.

3. Minimally Invasive Procedures

• Uterine artery embolisation (UAE)
• MRI-guided focused ultrasound
• Myomectomy (surgical removal of fibroids)

Your online GP can discuss these options with you and provide a referral if necessary.

📄 Need Time Off or Support Documents?

If your symptoms are interfering with your work or daily life, you may be eligible for:

• A doctor's note for your employer
• A GP medical certificate
• A telehealth medical certificate
• An Australian doctors certificate valid for work, school, or other institutions

You can request all of these through telehealth—no need to leave home or wait in a crowded clinic. It's quick, secure, and fully approved.

📞 Ready to Get Help?

Whether you're experiencing mild symptoms or dealing with daily discomfort, don’t ignore what your body is telling you. Book an online GP consult, get a dial-a-doctor call-back, or start with a doctor appointment to explore your options today.

And remember, with prescriptions online, doctors certificates, and even after-hours support, help is just a few clicks away.