Uterine fibroids, or myomas, are common benign (noncancerous) tumors that affect around 75 percent of women at some point during their lives. Our specialists typically treat fibroids with non-surgical ...

When fibroids cause heavy bleeding or painful symptoms, and other treatments are ineffective, a doctor may recommend surgery. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that grow in the wall of the ...

Fibroids, noncancerous growths that develop in or on the uterus, are fueled by the hormones estrogen and progesterone. These hormones play a significant role in their development, growth and ...

A 36-year-old woman presented with a lump in her abdomen during her first pregnancy. She told clinicians she had noticed the lump before she became pregnant. She had no pain or other symptoms. The ...

Uterine fibroids affect countless women worldwide, often developing silently until they cause significant discomfort or health complications. These non-cancerous growths in the uterus can range from ...

Uterine fibroids are tumors that grow in or on your uterus, or womb. Fibroids aren’t cancerous and hardly ever turn into cancer. They're made of smooth muscle cells and other tissue that grows in or ...

Fibroids have plagued our community for far too long. According to a recent study, 40% to 80% of women are most likely to develop fibroids by the time they reach 50 years old, with Black women three ...

Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors in women, affecting up to 70% of white women and over 80% of Black women by menopause. Symptoms can include heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, and ...

Uterine fibroid embolization is a popular treatment for uterine fibroids that generally has very good outcomes. Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a procedure to treat uterine fibroids. Fibroids ...

Uterine fibroids and endometriosis are both conditions that can affect a person’s uterus. However, endometriosis can also affect other body areas. Although they share similar symptoms, they are ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Providing provocative views on racism, pop culture, and mental health. Although uterine fibroids are not an uncommon topic, the ...

Uterine fibroids (also called myomas or leiomyomas) are benign (noncancerous) tumors in muscle tissue that can change the shape or size of your uterus and sometimes your cervix. Fibroids occur when a ...