Most women with fibroids never experience any symptoms. However those who do suffer from one or more of the following symptoms will most likely need some form of treatment:
- Very heavy menstrual bleeding and prolonged monthly periods, sometimes with clots
- Frequent occurrence of soiling events due to excessive menstrual bleeding
- Anemia (excessive fatigue due to low red blood count)
- Pelvic pain or pressure
- Pressure on the bladder which leads to a constant need to urinate or incontinence
- Pain in the back of the legs
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Pressure on the bowel which can lead to constipation and/or bloating
• An enlarged abdomen which may be mistaken for weight gain or pregnancy