What are the symptoms of fibroids, and what problems can they cause?
Most fibroids do not cause any symptoms and you will not even know they are there. But depending on their size, number and location, fibroids can be responsible for changes in the menstrual cycle, pain in the abdomen or lower back, pain during sex, difficult or frequent urination, constipation, miscarriage, problems conceiving or anemia (due to excessive menstrual bleeding). Many women find their symptoms are mild and not hard to cope with. Other women, however, may have more severe symptoms or problems associated with fibroids that may make it worthwhile to consider some form of treatment. If I have fibroids does that mean I can’t get pregnant or will have trouble conceiving? Although it’s rare, some fibroids can make it difficult to conceive naturally if they block the fallopian tubes or otherwise prevent a fertilized egg from becoming implanted in the uterus. Some treatments for fibroids can affect fertility as well. However, there are treatment options for fibroids that can help pr
