Common Symptoms
- Excessive Bleeding
- Cramping
- Fatigue
- ...or no symptoms at all!
Diagnosis
Requires lab tests performed by a physician, which usually includes a transvaginal ultrasounds.
Insurance
Some, all, or none of your procedures may be covered by medical insurance.
How Big Are Uterine Fibroids?
Fibroids vary greatly in size! They can be...
- Tiny, the size of an apple seed, about half a centimeter
- Small, about the size of a blueberry, between half and one-and-a-half centimeters
- Small to medium, like a strawberry, between one-and-a-half and three centimeters
- Medium, the size of a lemon, between three and six centimeters
- Medium to large, about the size of an orange, between six and eight centimeters
- Large, up to the size of a watermelon, between eight and fifteen centimeters
And a normal uterus is abou the size of a pear, about eight centimeters long and five centimeters across!
What Does Recovery Look Like?
Plan to recover for up to six weeks at home with little walking and no lifting. You may experience recovery symptoms for up to one year after your procedure.
Do You Feel Like You Have Fibroids? You Are Not Alone!
Up to 50% of women will experience uterine fibroids during their lifetime! Discuss your options with your doctor and determine what is best for you. Advocate for yourself! If your doctor is not willing to work with you on your decision, then it may be time for a new one!