Fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus. While most do not cause any symptoms, they can cause pain for a variety of reasons. If you have fibroids and experience any sort of pain, see your doctor.
Uterine fibroids are muscular tumors that grow in the uterus. Most fibroids are benign or noncancerous. There are many symptoms of uterine fibroids, although fibroids can also be asymptomatic.
Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyoma, are tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus. Fibroids can be microscopic or weigh several pounds. Although they are usually benign (noncancerous), uterine fibroids can be very painful.