How common are fibroids?
Up to 40% of women past the age of 40 have fibroids and about 75% of women will never be aware of their existence unless they cause a problem. Q: Do fibroids move to another part of your body? A: Fibroids typically grow attached directly to the inside or outside wall of the uterus. Q: I recently had very excessive vaginal bleeding from fibroids, which required a myomectomy and blood transfusions. Could this happen again? A: In some cases, fibroids can return, even after a myomectomy. It is important that you have annual examinations with your physician (or sooner, if symptoms return). Bleeding can again cause anemia and should not go unchecked. Q: I am 46 and have a uterine fibroid tumor that has been shown to be 6 inches in size as measured by a hysteroscopy and ultrasonography. My OB/GYN has recommended a hysterectomy. I do not intend to have children. Should I consider myomectomy or uterine artery embolization alternatives? A: Your physician may be recommending a hysterectomy due to
