OVERVIEW: Fibroids, also known as uterine leiomyomas or fibroids, are benign smooth muscle tumors of the uterus. Most women have no symptoms while others may have painful or heavy periods. If large enough, they may push on the bladder causing a frequent need to urinate. They may also cause pain during sex or lower back pain. A woman can have one uterine fibroid or many.
CAUSES:
- Aging
- Overweight or obese
- Family history of fibroids
- Began menstruation before the age of 10
- Use certain kinds of birth control
- Poor diet
SYMPTOMS:
- Periods that last longer than a week
- Heavy menstrual bleeding
- Pelvic pressure or pain
- Backache or leg pain
- Frequent urination
- Difficulty emptying your bladder
- Constipation
- Difficulty getting pregnant
TREATMENT: Most fibroids do not require treatment unless they are causing symptoms. After menopause, fibroids shrink, and it is unusual for them to cause problems. Here we provide some products without any side
effects helpful for all initial symptoms.
Fibroids Treatment Products