Uterine Fibroids (cont.)
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- Fibroids Overview
- Fibroids Causes
- Fibroids Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Fibroids Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Other Therapy
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
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Outlook
Treatment success and future outcome depend on the severity of the fibroid or fibroids prior to treatment and the chosen treatment. Fibroids may affect fertility, but this depends on the size and location of the fibroids. Many women with fibroids are older than 35 years. This and other factors such as decreased egg production contribute to their inability to become pregnant.
Fibroids rarely turn into cancer. This is more likely to occur in women after menopause. The most common warning sign is a rapidly growing tumor that requires surgery.
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