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  1. Request received01/05/2024
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Adetola Taiwo A., 35

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Health problem

Gynecology

Urgency rating

0

Required amount

$340

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

Adetola is a mother of 1 and also a teacher, her husband works as a painter in a private company. They all lived together in a room rented apartment. She is a good woman and a graduate. She loves helping people around and dreams to become a business woman. She was apparently well until 6years ago when she started experiencing passage of clots. She went to a hospital and was diagnosed with Heavy Uterine Fibroids (Myoma). There is a history menorrhagia for the past one year and history of pervious Ceasarean section. Due to lack of money she has been unable to pay for surgery to remove the uterine fibroids. She presented at our facility seeking for Helpster to assist her.

Medical history

Adebari Taiwo was diagnosed with Heavy Uterine Fibroids (Myoma) and admitted upon Helpster's approval for the surgery. The surgery was successfully done with no complications. She now recovered and could resume her activities with joy. Herself and her family were happy and grateful.

Prognosis

The prognosis of 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.

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