Fibroids

Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop in or on the uterus. Common among women of reproductive age, fibroids vary in size and number and can sometimes lead to pain, heavy periods, or fertility issues. While not life-threatening, they can significantly impact quality of life depending on their location and severity.

Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
Pelvic pain or pressure
Frequent urination or difficulty emptying the bladder
Pain during intercourse
Lower back pain
Reproductive or fertility issues

Medications: Hormonal birth control, GnRH agonists, or non-hormonal medications to manage symptoms
Minimally invasive procedures: Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), laparoscopic or robotic myomectomy
Surgical treatment: Hysterectomy for severe cases
Watchful waiting: If fibroids aren’t causing symptoms

Hormonal imbalances (especially estrogen and progesterone)
Family history of fibroids
Obesity
Early onset of menstruation
Vitamin D deficiency
Lifestyle factors, including diet and stress

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Symptoms

Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
Pelvic pain or pressure
Frequent urination or difficulty emptying the bladder
Pain during intercourse
Lower back pain
Reproductive or fertility issues

Causes

Hormonal imbalances (especially estrogen and progesterone)
Family history of fibroids
Obesity
Early onset of menstruation
Vitamin D deficiency
Lifestyle factors, including diet and stress

Treatments

Medications: Hormonal birth control, GnRH agonists, or non-hormonal medications to manage symptoms
Minimally invasive procedures: Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), laparoscopic or robotic myomectomy
Surgical treatment: Hysterectomy for severe cases
Watchful waiting: If fibroids aren’t causing symptoms

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