What happens to fibroids in pregnancy?
Fibroids respond differently in individual women and it is difficult to predict their growth. Most small fibroids will remain unchanged or may grow slightly. The large fibroids usually remain unchanged or may become smaller. After the delivery, as the uterus shrinks, most fibroids will shrink along with it. Can fibroids harm the baby? However large the fibroid, it will not hurt the baby or cause deformities. The presence of fibroids is not an indication to abort the pregnancy. Complications due to fibroids Rarely, the fibroid may grow so fast that it may cause pain and low fever. This only requires rest and painkillers and will subside in a few days. Rarely, large fibroids may result in premature delivery. Occasionally, the fibroid may be placed low on the uterus, close to the cervix (mouth of the uterus). In this case, the fibroid may come in the way of a normal vaginal delivery and may require a caesarean section. However, most women with fibroids in pregnancy will be able to have a
