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Fibroids

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Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that originate on the walls of the uterus. They are the most commonly occurring type of benign tumors in women and are more prevalent in middle aged women who are in their final reproductive years. Fibroids are hard to detect in their initial stages and may not display any prominent symptoms. However, in their advanced stages they do display symptoms like painful intercourse, heavy menstruation, and frequent and urgent urination. Fibroids should not be left untreated as they can cause many problematic symptoms and infertility, over time.

It then becomes essential to treat fibroids as soon as they are detected. For years, the most common method of fibroid removal was hysterectomy, an invasive surgical procedure. There are other surgical methods available these days however most do not adequately remove the tumors. The traditional myomectomy removes fibroids but often leaves the deeper, larger tumors behind, necessitating future surgery. Uterine artery embolization attempts to reduce or cut off the blood supply to the tumors but this too does not ensure the tumors will not grow back. Some women prefer hormonal manipulation over surgery, however, but that is only a temporary short term solution to the side effects, not the actual fibroid disease.

Female Alternative Surgery is the alternative surgical solution to fibroids. The tumors are removed without hysterectomy or blood transfusion, no matter how many, how large or their location. This is a much more holistic approach and allows women to remain hormonally and sexually healthy.

The clinic, The Institute for Female Alternative Medicine, was established by Dr. Tirso del Junco Jr. in order to make this alternative surgery more accessible to women suffering from fibroids. The practice’s uniqueness stems from three important factors : never having to perform a hysterectomy, all surgeries have been bloodless, and most are performed while patient are awake, under epidural anesthesia. This type of medical care is not offered any where in this country. Moreover, your surgery is video taped so viewing is available while in surgery and during your hospitalization post op. The surgery is completely safe and is done with the assistance of lasers. Recurrence rates are very low at 1-3 % compared to traditional surgeries where recurrence can be as high as 64%.

Apart from fibroids, alternativesurgery.com also offers all the information women need to make a well informed choice about how they can deal with other female benign diseases like ovarian cysts, adenomyosis and endometriosis. You can visit the website and find out how well suited Female Alternative Surgery is for you by filling in a short array of questions. Their Education Center is available for reference online. You can also access other important information filled resources on their website such as videos, virtual clinic tours and frequently asked questions. They can be reached directly at 800-505-4326.

Visit their website alternative surgery.com today and see for yourself how Female Alternative Surgery makes getting rid of uterine fibroids the permanent solution to fibroid tumor disease.

Sexual Dysfunction with Hysterectomy

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This is a reality for many women post hysterectomy. The uterus is a muscle that responds rythmically with intercourse producing orgasm for many women. Once the uterus is removed women routinely report lack of sexual response, sensation or desire. Many gynecologists refuse to address this topic or accept this fact. This week we had a patient call the office in tears asking why her gyn had repeatedly denied any association between sexual dysfunction and hysterectomy and yet she was now void of any response or sensation after removing her uterus. She was angry and desperate!  This serious and potentially life changing side effect is a reality for many many women. Before removing your uterus…do your research. Hysterectomy can and may alter your life and not in the way you anticipate.

Osteoporosis and Heart Disease in Women

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Hysterectomy is one of the leading causes of Osteoporosis and Heart disease in women…this is why I advocate removing benign disease like fibroids and adenomyosis without removing the uterus. If you are currently suffering from osteo and/or have early signs of heart disease,medication may be necessary. However adding a good vitamin/ mineral supplement combined with a good balanced diet/exercise program may also be helpful. Calcium can be found in low fat dairy products and nonfat yogurts to reduce calcium loss and heart health can be improved with a good source of Omega 3 fatty acids found in salmon, tuna and macheral. Check your vitamin source for purity and quality and tailor your diet to help naturally fight your condition.

Hysterectomy Side Effects

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As we approach the end of this decade, I am sad to report we are still performing almost 700,000 hysterectomies annually; 500,000 are for non-cancerous diseases like Fibroid Tumors, Endometriosis, and Adenomyosis. Many side effects associated with hysterectomy are  irreversible and/or negative like:  bladder incontinence, constipation, hormone imbalance and sexual dysfunction-no desire or feeling, as well as emotional and psychological damage. If you are interested in a holistic medical approach and want to keep your organs, please do your research. Our practice as been offering women a laser surgical holistic alternative to hysterectomy for over 15 years.  Do not agree to a surgery unless you know it is right for you…..

Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE or UFE)

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Uterine artery embolization is a minimally invasive procedure often used to treat fibroid tumors. Small polyvinyl particles are injected into the uterine artery while the patient is under xray examination. The goal is to block the blood supply to the tumors so they eventually die off.  The technique has been successful for small, single tumors and may be an option for some women. Unlike our Female Alternative Surgery, UAE  is not recommended for patients hoping to maintain fertility. Many physicians are attempting to embolize larger and multiple tumors, creating the potential for damage to surrounding uterine muscle and eventual uterine abcess. This can necessitate hysterectomy. We do not recommend UAE for women with multiple or larger fibroids or those hoping to maintain fertility.

Welcome to The Institute for Female Alternative Medicine, Los Angeles CA

Dr. Tirso del Junco Jr. founded The Institute for Female Alternative Medicine nearly two decades ago in order to provide women with an alternative to hysterectomy. We realize confronting your illness is a brave first step toward reclaiming your body. It is our goal to educate you about your disease, so you can feel free to make choices that concern your body. Our friendly and supportive staff is dedicated to your comfort, safety and healing and is able to answer any questions you might have regarding Female Alternative Surgery. Beginning with our clinic's front door, feel free to come in and have a look around. We've created a virtual tour of our clinic to help you feel comfortable … Read More

Are You A Candidate?

Over 800,000 hysterectomy surgeries are performed each year and up to 80% of them are not needed.  If you are interested in our organ preserving surgery, please take the following questionnaire and we will examine your answers and let you know if you are a good … [Read More...]