Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus that often cause symptoms like heavy bleeding, pain, and pressure. Factors such as genetics, hormones, and diet contribute to their growth.

Nearly 80 percent of women will develop uterine fibroids by age 50, yet many remain unaware of how these benign growths can impact their overall health. While often dismissed as a minor ...

The majority of women with uterine fibroids are asymptomatic, consequently get less clinical attention and fibroid tumors often remain undiagnosed. [23,24] Symptomatic women typically complain ...

Smith-Bindman and like-minded colleagues have long pushed for federal policies aimed at improving safety for patients undergoing CT scans. Under new Medicare regulations effective this year ...

Reproductive tract problems—Uterine fibroids and polyps (growths) or infections are common causes of abnormal bleeding. Precancer or cancer in the uterus, cervix (opening of the uterus), or ...

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