At some point in life, your period becomes a complete nuisance, especially during perimenopause. If you're experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding or other uncomfortable symptoms, you may be at your wits' end.
NovaSure® is an excellent option for women who are finished having kids and want a permanent option to alleviate heavy menstrual bleeding. Inga Zilberstein, MD, performs the NovaSure endometrial ablation procedure at her office in the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City.
Dr. Zilberstein is an experienced and board-certified OB/GYN offering treatments for abnormal vaginal bleeding and perimenopause/menopause symptoms, including the NovaSure procedure. What option is right for you?
NovaSure is an innovative procedure to help women who are experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding. It utilizes radiofrequency energy to target the uterine lining, effectively removing it with one treatment.
A major benefit of the NovaSure procedure is that it's a one-time treatment that takes about five minutes in the office — without the need for anesthesia.
Dr. Zilberstein inserts the electrode into your uterus via the cervix. The electrode then opens up to conform to the size of your uterus, and she delivers radiofrequency energy, which effectively removes the uterine lining, or endometrium, to eliminate it for good.
Most women who undergo the NovaSure procedure experience significantly less bleeding, if any bleeding at all, during their periods.
Dealing with heavy menstrual bleeding is tiresome, especially when you don't want any more children. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is an option for some symptoms when your hormones aren’t balanced, but it doesn't always alleviate heavy bleeding for all women.
How do you know if you're a good candidate for NovaSure? Dr. Zilberstein recommends the procedure if:
Perimenopause is the time before you enter menopause. It can lead to various uncomfortable symptoms, including heavy menstrual bleeding and periods that can last longer than usual. Women in perimenopause can experience significant relief from various menstrual symptoms after the NovaSure procedure.
Having periods that interfere with daily life is a significant problem. If you have heavy bleeding that's difficult to manage and you want a quick and effective treatment, the NovaSure procedure may be right for you.
The best candidates for NovaSure are women who no longer want children. The procedure eliminates the uterine lining, which is essential for conception and pregnancy.
Dr. Zilberstein may recommend the NovaSure procedure if she determines the cause of your heavy bleeding is benign. Uterine fibroids, polyps, or hormone imbalances are common causes of heavy menstrual bleeding. If she rules out cancer or other dangerous causes of heavy bleeding, NovaSure may be for you.
If you’re looking for an efficient solution without taking hormones, the NovaSure procedure could be the best option. It takes only a few minutes and provides women with lasting results. There's minimal downtime, and little to no bleeding results, which is a major relief for most women.
Contact Inga Zilberstein, MD, today to discuss NovaSure treatment by calling or texting 830-254-5941. You can also send a message through our website.
