Fibroid Pain: Beyond the Uterus

Uterine fibroids, the most common pelvic growth among women, have different effects for each woman who has them. Uterine fibroids are very common non-cancerous growths that develop in the muscular wall of the uterus. They can range in size from very tiny to larger than a cantaloupe. Apart from pelvic symptoms like pain, heavy bleeding, & possibly infertility, fibroids can also cause problems with bladder & bowel elimination. Fibroids can have a chain reaction effect on other organs like: • The Rectum • The Bladder • The Stomach • The Kidneys Talk to your doctor about how best to manage your fibroids. There are a variety of fibroids treatments that may help, from medication to surgical techniques