Learn something new every day More Info... by email A uterine
fibroid, also known as a fibromyoma, is an abnormal growth in
the lining of the uterus. It is a common condition in women, but
can be difficult to diagnose until it becomes large enough to
cause pain or other symptoms. The growth does not contain
cancerous cells or typically cause any complications that affect
pregnancy. There are two types of uterine fibroids: submucosal
and subserosal. Submucosal fibroids occur on the inside lining
of the uterus, while subserosal fibroids grow on the outside.
The main symptoms of submucosal fibroids are menstrual and
include causing the length of vaginal bleeding to increase to
more than a week or making blood flow during periods much
heavier compared to a woman’s average menstrual period.
Subserosal fibroids can increase pressure on the bladder and
rectum and make it difficult for a woman to expel all of the
urine and feces from her body. It may also cause discomfort in
the legs or back if the growth touches the