Uterine Fibroids Health Article

Expected results

Many women who have fibroids have no symptoms or have only minor symptoms of heavy menstrual bleeding or pelvic pressure. However, fibroids tend to grow over time, and gradually cause more symptoms. Many women ultimately decide to have some form of treatment. Currently, hysterectomy is the most popular form of treatment.

Prevention

Eating a healthful diet, reducing stress, and exercising regularly is the preferred preventive treatment regimen of many diseases including fibroids.

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Mai Tran

Rebecca J. Frey, PhD