- Request received23/04/2024
- Checked & confirmed28/02/2025
- Fundraising28/02/2025
- Treatment provided21/03/2025
- Invoice paid10/06/2025
- Case closed19/09/2025
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Marion A., 35
Report publishedGynecology
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$330
About gynecology
Uterine fibroids are benign smooth muscle tumors of the uterus that can grow significantly in size, causing compression effects on surrounding organs. Large fibroids may lead to chronic pelvic pain, pressure symptoms, and, most critically, severe menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), which can result in life-threatening anemia, hypovolemia, and hemodynamic instability. In extreme cases, prolonged blood loss may necessitate urgent blood transfusion, surgical intervention, or even hysterectomy to prevent fatal complications.
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Divine Amazing Grace Hospital
2 Musari Apena St, Airport Rd, off local, Shogunle, Ikeja 102214, Lagos, Nigeria
Background
Marion is a mother of two and a petty trader, her husband works as a public transporter. They all live together in a room rented apartment. She is a good woman and a graduate, she loves helping people around and her dream is to become business woman. She was apparently well until about 2-years ago, when she was diagnosed with heavy uterine myoma/fibroids. There is associated passage of clots, history of (Heavy bleeding)menorrhagia for the past one year and history of pervious Ceaserean Section C/S. On presentation, she was examined, investigated and diagnosed with Uterine Fibroids.
Medical history
Marion was diagnosed with heavy uterine fibroids (myoma) and was admitted for surgery with Helpster’s approval. The procedure was successfully carried out without any complications. She made a good recovery and was discharged home after nine days. Marion is now fully recovered and able to resume her daily activities with joy. She and her family are deeply grateful and happy for the support received.
Prognosis
The prognosis of huge uterine fibroids with severe bleeding depends on the severity of anemia, response to medical management, and the necessity for surgical treatment. If untreated, ongoing severe bleeding can lead to cardiovascular collapse, multi-organ dysfunction, and increased surgical risks. Timely intervention, including medical therapy (such as hormonal treatment or tranexamic acid), minimally invasive procedures (such as uterine artery embolization), or definitive surgical options (such as myomectomy or hysterectomy), is crucial to preventing morbidity and mortality.
