Overview
Uterine fibroids are non malignant growth in the uterus. There are several types of fibroids which are submucosal, pedunculated, subserosal and intramural. Some fibroids can affect pregnancy such as the pedunculated type.Signs and Symptoms
Heavy menstrual bleeding, Menstrual periods lasting more than a week, Pelvic pressure or pain, Frequent urination, Difficulty emptying the bladder, Constipation, Backache or leg painsCommon Causes
Genetic changes, Hormonal factors, Other growth factorsRisk Factors
Heredity, Early menarche, Obesity, Low vitamin D diet, Diet high in red meat and lower in green vegetablesInvestigation Techniques
Blood tests, Ultrasound of the uterus, Hysterosonography, Hysterosalpingography, Hysteroscopy, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)Treatment and Prevention
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists, Tranexamic acid, Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Progestin-releasing intrauterine device (IUD), Uterine artery embolization, Myolysis, Laparoscopic or robotic myomectomy, Hysteroscopic myomectomy, Endometrial ablationPsychological Issues
Depression , Stress , Anxiety
