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Symptoms
What are the symptoms of uterine fibroids?
Uterine fibroid symptoms can develop slowly over several years or quickly over several months. Fibroids often cause mild symptoms or none at all. But sometimes the symptoms become a problem. The types of symptoms you have can depend on where the fibroid is found in the uterus.
Uterine fibroid symptoms and problems include:
- Abnormal menstrual bleeding.
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This includes:
- Heavier, prolonged periods that can cause anemia.
- Painful periods.
- Spotting before or after periods.
- Bleeding between periods.
- Pelvic pain and pressure.
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This includes:
- Pain in the belly, pelvis, or low back.
- Pain during sexual intercourse.
- Bloating and feelings of pressure in the belly.
- Urinary problems.
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These include:
- Frequent urination.
- Kidney blockage following ureter blockage (rare).
- Other symptoms.
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These may include:
- Difficult or painful bowel movements.
- Difficulty getting pregnant.
- Problems with pregnancy, such as placental abruption and preterm labor.
Our Clinics
The Fibroid Center’s multi-disciplinary team of Gynecologists, Radiologists and Interventional Radiologists provides comprehensive treatment for women with symptoms due to uterine fibroids.
The Gynecology Clinic offers care for females from infancy through menopause and annual exams to complex problems including Urogynecology and Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology.
Fibroid Center
900 Blake Wilbur Drive, 2nd Floor
900 Blake Wilbur Drive, 2nd Floor
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-497-9691 Getting Here »
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-497-9691 Getting Here »
The Gynecology Clinic offers care for females from infancy through menopause and annual exams to complex problems including Urogynecology and Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology.
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