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    How do you know if you have fibroids?

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    Dr Pregs Pillay

    Gynaecologist, Gynaecologist - Infertility (IVF) Specialist, Obstetrician

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    Many women with fibroids experience no symptoms and can go through life without even knowing they have them. Often, fibroids are detected incidentally during a routine gynaecological exam or while a pelvic ultrasound or surgical procedure is being performed for another condition.

    If symptoms do occur, you may experience heavy, long and painful periods, spotting between periods, pelvic pressure or discomfort during sex. The size and bulk of your fibroids may cause swelling in your lower abdomen and place pressure on your lower back, bladder or bowel.

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