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Leiomyomas, sometimes referred to as uterine fibroids, are benign growths that form in the uterus. With a frequency estimated to be as high as 70 80 per cent among women of reproductive age, they are one of the most prevalent disorders impacting women's reproductive health. Concerns about a possible increase in fibroid prevalence and a decline in women seeking diagnosis and treatment have surfaced recently. Dr. Preethika Shetty, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospitals, Kharadi, shared a medical viewpoint on the increasing incidence of fibroids based on the most recent findings and the potential causes of underdiagnosis of the condition. Understanding Fibroids The expert explained, "Fibroids are benign tumors that originate from the smooth muscle cells of the uterus. They can vary in size, location, and number, ranging from tiny, undetectable nodules to large masses that distort the shape of the uterus. Although the exact cause of fibroids remains uncl...

Uterine fibroids are a common type of noncancerous tumor that can grow in and on your uterus. Not all fibroids cause symptoms, but when they do, symptoms can include heavy menstrual bleeding, back pain, frequent urination and pain during sex. Small fibroids often don’t need treatment, but larger fibroids can be treated with medications or surgery. Poor lifestyle and stress are spoiling the hormonal health and causing many diseases. Due to these reasons, there is a problem of uterine fibroids in women. It is also called the problem of fibroids in the uterus. It is caused by leiomyomas or myomas in the uterus. These start accumulating and cause lumps. When this happens, many symptoms can be seen in the body. Uterine fibroids symptoms 1. Lower Back Pain - Low Back Pain Pain in the lower back occurs due to many other reasons, but it can be due to fibroids, that is, a lump in the uterus. They put pressure on the muscles and nerves of the lower back and cause back pain. A large fibroid on t...