Non-Surgical Treatment for Uterine Fibroids
After unsuccessfully dealing with and trying to treat fibroids for years, I googled fibroid specialists out of desperation to find something that would finally work. (I live very rurally and nobody in this are apparently knows how to treat fibroids even though it is said that up to 30% of women deal with them!) After contacting the fibroid centers that I found while googling, I was set up with telemedicine appointments with Dr. Aaron Shiloh who is extremely knowledgeable and caring, an expert in his field!
Jesse Nice
Southampton, PA
Thanks to Dr. Sachin Sheth for saving my life after years of having really bad cramps and heavy bleeding he found my solution to get rid of fibroids!
Nicole Martin
Austell, GA
My experience with Dr. Maybody and the entire team of nurses from my first appointment truly exceeded my expectations.
Yury Lisseth
New York, New York
The doctors and staff are extremely polite and treat patients with courtesy and respect.
Daysi
White Plains, NY
Fibroid Treatment in Downtown Chicago, Illinois
If you are experiencing fibroid symptoms such as heavy periods, low energy levels, pelvic pain or pressure, or frequent urination, it’s a good idea to visit a doctor in downtown Chicago. Although uterine fibroids impact 70-80% of women by age 50, over half don’t realize they are at risk for these common, non-cancerous tumors. If diagnosed, we want you to be aware of an innovative, non-surgical treatment called Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) that can preserve your uterus, quickly alleviate your symptoms, and get you back to living life to its fullest.
While there are other fibroid treatments in downtown Chicago available, many fibroid sufferers incorrectly believe that hysterectomy –– the complete surgical removal of the uterus –– is the only solution.
Uterine fibroids –– a type of benign growth that develops in or on the uterus –– are not usually considered dangerous. However, they can potentially cause harm to surrounding organs and, in some cases, impact fertility. Individuals can develop a single fibroid or multiple growths, with sizes ranging from a tiny pea to weighing more than 20 pounds. The type, size, location, and number of fibroids impact which symptoms are involved, as well as their severity.
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Common symptoms of fibroids include:
- Heavy or prolonged menstruation
- Anemia-induced fatigue
- Pelvic or lower back pain
- Constipation
- Stomach bloating
- Frequent urination
- Painful sexual intercourse
- Severe cramps or pelvic pressure
- Some never experience symptoms at all
We recommend seeking treatment when fibroid symptoms interfere with your career, sex life, self-esteem, or social interactions. Schedule an appointment at our Chicago fibroid clinic to experience our state-of-the-art facilities located in the south loop of Chicago.
Minimally Invasive Chicago, IL Uterine Fibroid Treatment
Patients are often not informed of all available treatment options. As a result, they may avoid treatment altogether. We want you to know that compared to a hysterectomy, Uterine Fibroid Embolization is a less invasive, lower-risk, non-surgical treatment that leaves your uterus and ovaries intact. At our Chicago fibroid clinic on West Ida B. Wells Drive, we have specialized interventional radiologists perform UFE procedures at our state-of-the-art facilities.
Unlike other fibroid removal techniques, UFE:
- Takes between 30 and 45 minutes
- Locates fibroids using an advanced ultrasound method called fibroid mapping
- Uses light sedation instead of general anesthesia
- Involves only a small incision in your upper thigh
- Doesn’t require stitches
- Offers a short recovery time, with most women returning to normal activities within one to two weeks
During the procedure, our fibroid specialists in Chicago inject embolic material through a tiny catheter into the uterine artery to block blood flow to the fibroids. Once cut off from blood flow and nutrients, the fibroid(s) shrink and eventually die. The injected material remains permanently in the blood vessels at the fibroid site, making it unlikely that the fibroid will regrow to become problematic again in the future. After UFE, you will go home with only a small bandage on your incision.
Looking for a Fibroid Specialist in Chicago, Illinois?
As the #1 fibroid treatment expert in the country, we offer dozens of conveniently located USA Fibroid Centers. The primary goal of our knowledgeable fibroid specialists in downtown Chicago is to avoid any unnecessary fibroid surgery while helping our patients take back control of their lives.
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Beginning your Fibroid Treatment in Downtown Chicago on West Ida B. Wells Drive
Relief for uterine fibroid symptoms is now available in Chicago with USA Fibroid Centers. Our state-of-the-art facility on West Ida B. Wells Drive is staffed with Chicago fibroid specialists as compassionate as they are highly skilled. Our Downtown Chicago team will create a fibroid treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
We realize that medical treatment for fibroid disease can be stressful. The caring fibroid specialists will sit down with you to discuss your symptoms, your general health, and to answer your questions. We want you to be comfortable with your Chicago fibroid treatment plan and will support you at every step.
How to Prepare for your Visit
To prepare for the day of your UFE treatment in Downtown Chicago, please gather the following documents to bring with you:
- Your government-issued photo ID
- Your insurance card
- A current list of your medications and vitamin supplements
- Any records on fibroid treatments or medications you’ve tried before
To ensure the ease and success of your fibroid treatment, please follow these guidelines from our Chicago fibroid specialists for the 24 hours before your UFE appointment:
- Skip taking any blood thinners, including prescriptions and OTC pain relievers
- Do not use alcohol, tobacco, or nicotine
- Use caffeine in moderation
- For 24 hours before your UFE treatment, eat only soft foods
- For 3 hours before your fibroid treatment, drink only clear liquids
- Take your prescription medications and supplements as usual, except for blood thinners
- Make arrangements for somebody to drive you
Confirm your Insurance Coverage
The USA Fibroid Centers insurance experts are ready to help you to maximize your insurance benefits. We work with a broad array of insurance providers. Please let us know if you don’t see your provider listed. We will help you fill out your paperwork to get your Chicago fibroid treatment covered. We also have other financing options like CareCredit available to you.
If you have questions about your fibroid treatment or your insurance coverage, please contact us at 847.580.1318.
How to Get to Our Ida B. Wells Drive Location In South Loop, Chicago, Illinois
Our Ida B. Wells Drive center is at 41 West Ida B. Wells Drive Parkway near the Harold Washington Library.
Nearby Areas We Serve:
- Greektown
- Near South Side
- Little Italy
- Burnham Place
- New Eastside
Fibroid Center Near Greektown: From Greektown, you can expect a 2-mile drive that takes about 8 minutes.
Fibroid Center From Near South Side: We’re about a 17-minute, 6-mile drive north via US-41 N.
Fibroid Center Near Little Italy: Our center is about a 10-minute, 2-mile drive from Little Italy if you take S. Halsted to W. Harrison.
Fibroid Center Near Burnham Place: Our center is only about a mile from Burnham Place. It takes about 6 minutes via S. Michigan Avenue.
Fibroid Center Near New Eastside: From New Eastside, our center is only about 2 miles away. You can expect a 10-minute drive.
Book Your Fibroid Treatment at Our Ida B. Wells Drive Location in Chicago, IL
If uterine fibroid symptoms are negatively impacting your daily life, there’s relief in sight. USA Fibroid Centers can help you rediscover carefree days without painful, uncomfortable, unpredictable fibroid symptoms. If you want to consult with one of our top specialists for uterine fibroid embolization in Chicago, use our convenient online scheduling form to book an appointment.