FIBROIDS.

DEFINITION — Fibroids are growths of the uterus, or womb.

Normal anatomy of the female reproductive system

Fibroids may also be found within the muscular wall of the uterus. They are not cancerous or pre-cancerous. They are also called uterine leiomyomas or myomas. They grow from the muscle cells of the uterus and may protrude from the inside or outside surface of the uterus.

CAUSES — Although the exact cause of fibroids is unknown, their growth seems to be related to the hormones estrogen and progesterone. When these hormone levels decline at menopause, many fibroid-related symptoms begin to resolve. However, it is not clear that hormones actually cause the fibroids.

RISK FACTORS — A number of factors influence the risk of developing fibroids. These include:

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Fibroids are very common. At least 25 percent of women have signs of fibroids that can be detected by a pelvic examination or ultrasound.