Does having uterine fibroids mean a woman will need a hysterectomy (removing the uterus)?
Hysterectomy is not the best option for every woman with uterine fibroids. If a woman wants to have children, then she would want to avoid this treatment. Likewise, if a woman isn’t showing symptoms of uterine fibroids, or her fibroids are small, she may have better results from pain medications or hormone treatments. Doctors are also exploring less-invasive surgical treatments for fibroids that save the uterus. See the What are the treatments for uterine fibroids? section of this fact sheet for more information about less-invasive treatments. In some cases, though, a hysterectomy is the best method of treatment. If you have uterine fibroids and are thinking about having a hysterectomy, make sure you talk over all features of the surgery with your doctor and your family. Having a hysterectomy means that you will no longer be able to have children. This process cannot be reversed, so be certain about your choice before having the surgery. Keep in mind that the physical scars of the proc
