What Are Fibroids?

Your menstrual cramps may be a sign of something more serious

- Saahirah Ally

DO you experience heavy bleeding between or during your periods, which includes blood clots, pain in your pelvis and or lower back, increased urination and pain during sex? This is a sign that you could have fibroids.

WHAT ARE FIBROIDS?

Fibroids are an abnormal growth or tumour, which occurs in or on the uterus.

These tumours are made up of smooth muscle cells which vary in size and shape and can be as small as a nut or as big as a grapefruit.

A fibroid can cause severe abdominal pain and heavy painful monthly periods. The causes include an imbalance of hormones such as oestrogen and progesterone. The hormone imbalance may be a result of pregnancy, menopause, obesity or family history.

SYMPTOMS

 Some women experience severe symptoms, while others are mild.