06/29/2026
Are you having long, heavy periods and cramping?
Do you often feel full or pressure in your belly?
Do you have frequent lower back pain?
Has in*******se become painful?
Do you have the urge to urinate often?
These are all sign and symptoms of Fibroids. 70% of women have fibroids and often times go undiagnosed.
Fibroids are commonly seen in women between the ages of 30 and 40. Women of color, are 2 to 3 times more likely to have fibroids
Fibroids can grow inside, outside or in the wall of your uterus, either small (the size of apple seed) or large (the size of a grapefruit). The hormones estrogen and progesterone can cause them to grow in size. Fibroids usually start to shrink after menopause.
While the exact cause of Fibroids is unknown, there are may treatment options such as medical/hormonal therapy, embolization or surgery.
Here at Obstetrics & Gynecology of Greater Flint, Dr Mohamed Khedr, with his more than 30 years of experience as a board-certified OB/GYN, will create the best treatment plan for you. Call today to scheduled your appointment at (810) 259-2822
FIBROID AWARENESS MONTH