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Health Talks: What are fibroids and how are they treated?
Fibroids are common, and while most women are not affected by them, it’s important to know the symptoms and when to seek care. Our expert explains.
Fibroids are non-cancerous lumps that can grow in different parts of your uterus. They affect women in their 30s and 40s and up to 70-80% of women by age 50. While they usually don’t cause any symptoms or bothersome problems, they can affect fertility if they are blocking a woman’s fallopian tubes.
Watch this Health Talks video to learn more from obstetrician/gynecologist Amber Bondurant, MD, who answers these questions and more:
- What are fibroids and what causes them?
- What are the symptoms of fibroids?
- When should you seek care for fibroids?
- How are fibroids treated?
If uterine fibroids are interfering with your life, learn more about the expertise and treatment options available at Ohio State’s multidisciplinary Uterine Fibroid Clinic.
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