You may bleed between your periods. Fibroids can cause you to have painful sex. Fibroids may cause you to have a hard time getting pregnant. It is important to see your care giver for checkups. Your fibroid will be checked to see if it is growing too fast or is too large.
Surgery is the only way to treat fibroids that are causing problems.
Sometimes just the fibroid may be removed. Choices Discuss your treatment options with your care giver. You always have the right to refuse treatment. Learn About uterine fibroids and ways to care for yourself. You can then take better care of yourself at home.