Fibroids occur in other locations that are not known to cause excessive menstrual bleeding. Subserosal fibroid - grows from the uterine wall to the outside of the uterus and can cause pressure on the bladder, bowel and intestine. These fibroids can cause bloating, abdominal pressure, cramping and pelvic pain. Intramural fibroid - remains confined within the uterine wall and causes symptoms similar to the submucosal and subserosal fibroids. Fibroids often do not require medical treatment.
Drug therapy involves use of hormone therapy to shrink the fibroid and minimize symptoms.
Myomectomy is a surgical procedure that removes only the fibroid, leaving the uterus intact. Fibroid vaporization is performed by inserting a small hysteroscope into the uterus, through the vagina and cervix. A targeted, electric current is sent through the hysteroscope to vaporize the fibroid. Fibroid embolization blocks the blood supply to fibroids, causing them to shrink. It is still an experimental option and once a woman undergoes the procedure she will no longer be able to become pregnant.