What Are Fibroids?
2. Classification
The symptoms and its severity depends on the growth and location of the fibroids. For example, a large fibroid on the outside of the uterus may cause less issues than a small fibroid in the uterus. Fibroids can be classified based on their location. Subserosal fibroids are on the surface of the uterus and grow outward from the surface.
Intramural fibroids are found within the uterine wall. This is the commonest type. Most are asymptomatic unless they are large in size. They may eventually grow inward and distort the uterine cavity. Submucosal fibroids are found in the muscle closer to the inner surface of the uterus. These fibroids easily distort the uterine cavity and small lesions can cause infertility and bleeding. Cervical fibroids are those found in the cervical wall.
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