Size of Cantaloupe (2006)

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Originally Posted by amurf I have one fibroid the size of a cantaloupe and another the size of a grapefruit...with many more. I didn't consider treatment until they cause symptoms, I also have a concern for my single kidney. The cantaloupe is close to the ureter from the kidney. I was given the options of UAE, focused ultrasound, myomectomy, and hysterectomy. Here is my logic...and I hope it helps you out: Myomectomy is a no...I don't want children and don't want to risk the blood loss and potential for the fibroids to grow again. Focused ultrasound is too new for me...not enough data and the fear of regrowth. I did strongly contemplate UAE...2 week recovery, simple procedure...again I was worried about regrowth and the possibility of the fibroids degenerating and potentially wanting to be expelled. It came down to the fact that I don't want to risk injury to my kidney or related structures, I am sick of being in pain, and I don't want children. Add to that...I am a monumental wuss about medical procedures...and just want this all over with. Each decision is unique though.

I can't imagine a grapefruit and a cantaloupe!! I believe you and I have the same logic. I had dismissed Myomectomy pretty quickly due to the risk and blood loss.....the only one I did contemplate is the UE but after some reading and discussing with my doctor and family I believe I'm about 95% sure I will be getting a hysterectomy. If I was reading correctly your surgery is coming up....I wish you all the best and please let me know how it goes.

Yep...surgery on Friday...I will let you know how it goes. Good luck with the decision.