Uterine Fibroids

Overview

You may have learned that you have uterine fibroids when you had a pelvic examination. Your doctor may have prescribed birth control pills or suggested using over-the-counter pain medication. Sometimes, though, conservative approaches aren't enough to control the discomfort or heavy periods that come with this common noncancerous growth. You may be looking for a way to relieve the problems that interfere with your everyday activities.

A Mayo Clinic treatment team of doctors trained in women's genital disorders (gynecologists) and surgery for such disorders (gynecologic surgeons) work with radiologists and other specialists to diagnose your condition, explain the treatments available and help you choose one that's appropriate for you.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Experience. Every year, Mayo Clinic doctors treat several thousand women who have uterine fibroids.
• Expertise. Gynecologists at Mayo Clinic transform cutting edge research into treatments for women who have disorders of their reproductive organs.
• Team approach. Integrated teams of doctors who treat uterine fibroids include gynecologists, gynecologic surgeons, radiologists and other specialists.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., ranks No. 1 for gynecology in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz., is ranked among the best hospitals for gynecology by U.S. News & World Report.

Read more about uterine fibroids at MayoClinic.com.