But there may be risks such as osteoporosis and obviously these are not suitable for women trying to conceive. The womb itself is preserved so this is an option for women still wanting children. Myomectomy is often recommended to women with infertility which may be due to fibroids but there may be scarring which can aggravate infertility problems. Other complications include serious haemorrhage which can only be stopped by a hysterectomy, and recurrence of the fibroids. But it is a final step, with significant risks and may cause an early menopause.
Some women find it liberating, others have problems with depression or lost libido.
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