Uterine fibroids, according to the Mayo Clinic, are “noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years.” They can range in size from tiny seedlings to bulky masses.

A 36-year-old woman presented with a lump in her abdomen during her first pregnancy. She told clinicians she had noticed the lump before she became pregnant. She had no pain or other symptoms. The ...

Fibroids could present in constant urination or abnormal bleeding (Photo: Courtesy) A majority of women will get one or more fibroids at some point in their lifetime. In fact, fibroids are considered ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Fibroids, medically known as leiomyomas, are non-cancerous growths in the uterus. According to Dr Stephen Ngumbi, they are very common among women in their 20s to 40s, yet many remain undiagnosed.

Fibroids have plagued our community for far too long. According to a recent study, 40% to 80% of women are most likely to develop fibroids by the time they reach 50 years old, with Black women three ...

Fibroids can cause heavy menstrual bleeding. A change in vaginal discharge — especially a strong unpleasant smell — is a sign of infection and typically needs medical attention. Fibroids are benign ...

If you have a uterus, chances are you’ll find yourself discussing uterine fibroids with your doctor at some point during your life. “Uterine fibroids, also caused by leiomyomas, are benign ...

To shrink fibroids or get rid of them completely, medical treatments like uterine artery embolization (UAE) and focused ultrasound surgery are highly effective. Surgery to remove the uterus ...

Polyps and uterine fibroids are both abnormal growths. The main difference is the type of tissue of which they’re made. Symptoms and treatment options may vary. Fibroids are made up of thick muscle ...