Uterine fibroids go by several names: fibromyomas, leiomyomas and myomas as well as uterine fibroids or simply fibroids. These growths develop from the muscle tissue of the uterus (or the womb), the reproductive organ where a baby grows during pregnancy. In some cases, a woman will only have one fibroid; in other cases, a woman will have many, which may be grouped in clusters.
Fibroids also differ in size. They can be as small as an apple seed or as big as a grapefruit – or bigger! When fibroids grow in clusters or are large in size, they can cause heavy bleeding, frequent urination, constipation, bloating and pain. However, the location of the fibroid can be the reason a woman experiences symptoms. For example, a small fibroid located on the inside of the uterus can cause severe bleeding and anemia. |
Fibroid Fact Studies show that women who start their periods at a younger age are more likely to develop fibroids. Fibroid Fact If fibroids become very large, they can expand the uterus to the size of a pregnancy during the second trimester (in its 4th, 5th or 6th month). |
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