What are fibroids and how can you shrink a 6cm fibroid?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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I took an i-pill, and now I'm having bleeding on the 15th day after taking it. Is that normal, or should I be concerned about what it means?

Bleeding after taking an I-Pill is a common side effect and usually indicates that the pill has been effective in preventing pregnancy. In your case, experiencing bleeding on the 15th day after taking the I-Pill suggests that it has likely done its job.

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I'm a diabetic patient and had a uterus surgery back in 2010. There's a wound near the stitches that keeps filling with pus. I've seen multiple doctors and had several operations but it still hasn't healed. What could be causing this and what treatment options do I have left?

please consult your gynecologist.

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My ultrasound report says the ovarian cyst is measured in mm but I'm not sure how big that is in cm. Can you help me understand the size in centimeters? Also is it possible to treat this without surgery or is surgery the only option?

excision of the cyst is advised under laparoscopic methods.

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