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What Are Fibroids and Can They Stop Growing

In basic terms, fibroids are non-cancerous tumours which develop in and around the uterus. They are made up of fibrous and muscle tissue and can vary in size. Many women who have fibroids are unaware of their presence as they do not experience any symptoms. In most cases fibroids are detected during routine gynaecological checkups. It is thought that fibroids are caused by an imbalance of the female hormone oestrogen, for this reason it is women who are prone to have than rather than men. The oestrogen […]

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Living With Fibroids

Fortunately most women will never know they have fibroids and unless symptoms starts to make themselves noticed there is no need to worry about them. It is thought that around forty percent of the female population is prone to fibroids which are associated with an imbalance of the oestrogen hormone produced by the ovaries. But of the forty percent of women with fibroids they are those who experience great pain and discomfort. Although fibroids are non cancerous tumours, they can nevertheless create a whole host of other […]

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