uterine fibroids
Benign womb tumors
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop in or on the uterus, ranging from tiny seedlings to large masses that can distort the uterine wall.
Many women have them without symptoms; others experience heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, or pressure.
Also called leiomyomas or myomas.
Her doctor discovered uterine fibroids during a routine exam.
- myomectomySurgical fibroid extraction
- hysterectomyExcision of the uterus
- benign tumorHarmless abnormal growth
- embolizationTherapeutic vessel blockage
- minimally invasive surgeryOperations using small cuts
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