Definition

Uterine fibroids (also called leiomyomas or myomas)
are benign growths of the muscle inside the uterus. They
are not cancerous, nor are they related to cancer. Fibroids
can cause a wide variety of symptoms, including heavy
menstrual bleeding and pressure on the pelvis.

Description

Uterine fibroids are extremely common. About 25%
of women in their reproductive years have noticeable
fibroids. There are probably many more women who
have tiny fibroids that are undetected.

Fibroids develop between the ages of 30