Benign means it is not cancer. The uterus is also called the womb. Fibroids can grow on the inside, outside, or within the wall of the uterus.
Uterine fibroids are common and grow slowly.
Women between age 30 to 40 are most likely to get fibroids. They may be small or large and usually cause minor or no problems. You may not know you have a fibroid. Or you may have heavy bleeding or pain with your monthly period. Your periods may be longer or shorter than normal.