What Are Fibroids And Why Will A Majority Of Women Get Them?

Fibroids are the most common non-cancerous tumor that grows inside the uterus. According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, around 1 in 4 women of reproductive age have fibroids. While not everyone who has them experiences symptoms, it can cause pain that can impact a person’s daily life. Fibroids can cause heavy and painful menstrual cycles, cramping, bloating, lower back pain and frequent urination. Reset checks in with a doctor to learn more about these uterine growths and treatment. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.