So confused (fibroid question)

Re: So confused (fibroid question)

• ashleynaka member

  January 2012

  I found out that I have a 1"x1" fibroid that LO likes to use a a pillow.  Perinatal specialist said it's common and not to worry.  They only worry if it grows very large, otherwise, they just let it be.
  

  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• sarah.scholz

  January 2012

  I have a 1mm fibroid and my doc isn't worried.  Just make sure they check it every ultrasound to make sure it isn't growing.  My doc told me no more vigorous activity than a brisk walk, which was devasting to me as a triathlete.  On the positive side, it's better than outright bed-rest so we just take it one day at a time.  Just keep checking that it's not growing and you should be fine!

  

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• boxerbe123

  January 2012

  I think fibroids can be rather common.  From what I know, they are only "dangerous" when they are growing or if they are very large.  My best friend unfortunately lost her baby at 10 weeks, they think because of her large fibroids.  She's had surgery to remove some but they keep coming back.  The peri suggested she get pregnant again quickly because its been a battle for her.  Not trying to scare you - but if you only have one and its small and not growing, it shouldn't be an issue.  They are probably limiting activity to be sure its not growing/irritated from other things.

  Best of luck to you1!
  

  

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• jenna888 member

  January 2012

  I have a 10 cm (so apx 4") Fibroid.  My ob said they can increase as you get further along so they will just watch it.  They did not mention anything to me about reducing activites.  It could have to do with the placement though.  I know if they are lower (around your cervix) they can lead to a tricky vag. birth and will likely result in a C-sec becuase they block the baby from moveing down.  Mine is higher up, above the baby.

  I do notice that it hurts somtimes and I have to slow down

  I am sure they will forward all of the information to your regular OB and they will better answer all of you questions at your next apt.

  There is a LOT of info on the web as well if you want to read up ahead of time.   

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• nogitron member

  January 2012

  A friend of mine had a pretty large fibroid growing along with her baby when she was pregnant last year.  I'm not sure what specific limitations she had, but I know she wasn't on bed rest and her little boy is just fine!  She just got extra big extra fast.  But apparently her mom had the same thing, so it wasn't a shock to her.
  

  

  
  

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• staceyb76 member

  January 2012

  At my 8 week ultrasound the doctor said I had a small fibriod but it was nothing to worry about, they'd just watch it. I'm 15 weeks now and haven't even had another ultrasound so they must not be worried.
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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• christieep member

  January 2012

  Thanks!  Everyone made me feel better.  Researching a little online helped too (which is not usually the case).  I think I am just so frustrated because I have no details: no size, no type, no location.  I am hoping my regular doc can fill some blanks in when I visit in 3 weeks.  I usually work out every day so not being able to do that was pretty devastating since I was committed to being fit through the pregnancy.  I can walk, but it is 20 degrees outside so I am kind of limited there.

  

  

  
  

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