What Happens When Fibroids Are Left Untreated?

An expert advice

- Dr. Avantika Krishna Killa

Uterine fibroids (also called Myomas) are benign (non-cancerous) growths made up from the muscle and connective tissue of the Uterus. Fibroids can grow as a single nodule or in clusters, ranging from 1 mm to 20 cm in diameter or even as large as a watermelon. These growths can develop within the wall of the uterus, inside the main cavity or even on the outer surface. Fibroids are most common in women aged 30–40 years.

Symptoms

The few most common symptoms include heavy menstrual bleeding, abdominal cramps, vaginal bleeding (non-menstrual), pain during sex, low backache, frequent urination, constipation, miscarriages, and even infertility in some cases.