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  • 35 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I was diagnosed with uterine fibroids back in May and really don't want to go through surgery. Are there any effective remedies or medicines that can help shrink or melt the fibroids naturally? What options do I have besides surgery?

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Fibroids may shrink with GnRH analogs, herbal remedies, or diet changes—surgery is last resort if no improvement.

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Consult a Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Answered 14/08/2025

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