One of the most important steps you can take to protect your uterine health and maintain a high quality of life is to understand the signals your body is giving you and seek expert help without delay when necessary.
While our specialists usually classify myomas as benign growths, they can still cause serious effects on your physical and emotional well-being. Uterine fibroids are round, hard masses that develop in the muscle layer of the uterus and can vary in size, number, and location in each woman.
If you experience excessive bleeding during your menstrual periods, pressure in the abdominal area, pelvic pain, frequent urination, or pain during sexual intercourse, these symptoms may indicate the presence of myomas. In such cases, it is crucial to consult our experienced doctor without delay to receive an accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
At our clinic, we rely on advanced technology and scientifically proven protocols to provide you with an accurate diagnosis of myomas. We view you not just as a patient, but as an individual who values their health and quality of life, and we provide detailed information at every stage of the process to ensure you feel safe. The most important step in the diagnosis process is to listen carefully to the symptoms you are experiencing and evaluate them correctly.
Every detail you share with us is critical to the diagnostic process. Following this, we perform a gynecological examination to assess the structure and size of your uterus and determine whether there are any masses. We then use ultrasound to clearly visualize the location, number, and size of the myomas. Your lifestyle, overall health, and fertility plans are also part of the diagnostic process.
For this reason, our specialist focuses not only on technical findings but also on your personal expectations and needs when making a diagnosis. If necessary, we also perform advanced tests such as magnetic resonance imaging to determine the relationship between the fibroids and the uterine tissue as clearly as possible. This allows us to provide you with a clear and understandable explanation of your current condition and the possibilities you may encounter in the future.
Steps in the Diagnostic Process
The factors we consider in diagnosing uterine fibroids include the duration and severity of your symptoms, changes in your menstrual cycle, possible anemia in your blood values, previous gynecological diseases, and whether there are similar conditions in your family history. Based on this information, we determine the most appropriate diagnosis plan for you and evaluate possible treatment options at the same time. The following steps form the basis of our approach to diagnosis:
Detailed medical history
We ask you detailed questions to gather all the information about your menstrual cycle, pain levels, pressure in the abdomen or groin area, frequency of urination, and your gynecological history.
Gynecological examination
The doctor performs an examination to assess the size and shape of your uterus and check for any masses. During this stage, we determine whether there is a mass on the outer surface or inside the uterus.
Ultrasound
We clearly visualize the number, size, and intrauterine or extrauterine location of myomas using both abdominal and vaginal ultrasound methods. This allows us to more accurately determine whether surgical or medical treatment is necessary.
Blood tests
We evaluate the possibility of anemia due to excessive bleeding, your hormonal balance, and signs of possible infection. This provides us with a broader picture of your overall health.
Learning about your fertility plans
We determine the diagnostic and treatment methods that our specialist will apply, taking into account your desire to have children in the future, in a way that protects your plans.
Lifestyle and health history
We assess your risk factors for myoma development by evaluating your surgeries, medications, chronic conditions, and family history.
Creating a personalized health plan
We share all findings with you transparently, clearly communicating both your current condition and potential future outcomes. We then develop a customized diagnostic and treatment strategy tailored to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Diagnosis of Myomas
Fibroids (myomas) can be detected through medical exams and imaging, and there are many treatment options depending on symptoms and needs. Below you’ll find answers to the most common questions women ask about diagnosis and treatment.
Fibroids may not cause symptoms, but if you have complaints such as irregular periods, excessive bleeding, abdominal or back pain, or frequent urination, you can find out by seeing a doctor and having an ultrasound.
Our specialist usually diagnoses fibroids through a pelvic exam and ultrasound; if necessary, the specialist can also confirm the diagnosis with an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or hysteroscopy.
No, fibroids cannot be detected with a blood test; an ultrasound or other imaging methods are required for diagnosis.
No, a Pap smear cannot detect fibroids; a specialist performs this test only to check for cervical cancer and cellular changes.
Yes. A transvaginal or transabdominal ultrasound usually detects fibroids and helps determine their size and location.
Yes, CT scans can show fibroids, but specialists usually prefer ultrasound or MRI for a more detailed evaluation and to determine size and location.
No, an MRI usually shows the size and location of a fibroid, but it cannot definitively determine whether a fibroid is cancerous; if cancer is suspected, a biopsy may be necessary.
You cannot definitively detect fibroids at home, but if you notice symptoms such as hard lumps in the abdomen or groin, menstrual irregularities, excessive bleeding, or frequent urination, you should consult a doctor.
In general, fibroids larger than 5-10 cm in diameter are considered large; those larger than 10 cm can be considered very large.
You may feel large fibroids in your abdomen or groin, but you usually don’t notice small fibroids.
No, fibroids aren’t cysts; fibroids are benign muscle tumors that develop in the uterus, while cysts are fluid-filled sacs.
No, fibroids are usually benign; most of the time, they don’t have cancerous or precancerous characteristics. Very rarely, they can be malignant. The risk of sarcomatous transformation in myomas increases with age. While cancer is detected in one in 700 myomas on average in women under 40, this rate increases to one in 200 between
Fibroids rarely cause an emergency, but you should seek immediate medical attention in cases of severe vaginal bleeding, sudden abdominal pain, torsion of the fibroid, or sudden growth.
Fibroids generally don’t rupture or tear, but rarely, torsion or rapid growth can cause pain and complications.
The frequency of monitoring fibroids depends on symptoms and size; small fibroids that don’t cause symptoms are usually checked every 6-12 months with an examination and ultrasound.
Conditions that can cause symptoms similar to fibroids include ovarian cysts, adenomyosis, uterine polyps, uterine cancer, and some gastrointestinal issues.
A fibroid diagnosis is usually made with ultrasound or MRI; a biopsy is rarely necessary.
Yes, fibroids can affect IVF or other fertility evaluations in some cases, especially fibroids that disrupt the uterine cavity or affect the fallopian tubes, which can make fertility difficult.
