How do fibroids affect pregnancy?
Fibroids tend to grow very slowly. The location or size of a fibroid might make it more difficult to carry a baby to term. The extra hormones a woman’s body makes during pregnancy can cause a fibroid to grow and take up space in the uterus that the baby needs. The baby could end up being born prematurely (early) or be miscarried. Fibroids near the cervix may not allow the baby to pass through the birth canal and require a Cesarean section for delivery.
Fibroids tend to grow very slowly. The location or size of a fibroid might make it more difficult to carry a baby to term. The extra hormones a woman’s body makes during pregnancy can cause a fibroid to grow and take up space in the uterus that the baby needs. The baby could end up being born prematurely (early) or be miscarried. Fibroids near the cervix may not allow the baby to pass through the birth canal and require a Cesarean section for delivery. Fibroids are VERY common. Nearly one quarter to half of all women have them by the age of 50. Fibroids do not necessarily HAVE to be removed. Few women ever experience symptoms requiring any intervention, such as fibroid removal. The uterus can enlarge slightly after having had children. This is normal, and requires no follow-up. Fibroids (leiomyomata) are benign growths of the muscle of the uterus, which is the most common reason for uterine enlargement in women. If they remain stable and aren’t causing symptoms, they rarely require any
