16/10/2025
WHAT EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW ABOUT FIBROID.
Fibroid is one of those health conditions many women silently deal with, yet very few really understand what it is or how it develops. So let’s learn together today
Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around a woman’s uterus (the womb). They vary in size some are as small as a seed, while others can grow so large that they distort the shape of the womb.
But here’s the interesting part: no one can point to one single cause of fibroid. It’s not something you get from eating one food or doing one thing wrong. It’s a combination of factors especially hormones, genes, and lifestyle.
1. Hormones (Estrogen & Progesterone)
These are the female hormones that control our menstrual cycle. When their levels are high — especially estrogen — the tissues in the womb grow faster. That’s why fibroids often appear during a woman’s reproductive years and tend to shrink after menopause when these hormones drop.
2. Family History
If your mother, sister, or grandmother had fibroids, your chances are higher too. It runs in families — meaning genetics plays a big role.
3. Diet & Lifestyle
Too much red meat, processed food, fried snacks, alcohol, and sugary drinks can increase estrogen levels in the body.
But when you eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and drink enough water, you help your hormones stay balanced.
Also, obesity increases the risk because fat cells produce estrogen and excess estrogen can trigger fibroid growth.
4. Stress
Stress may not directly cause fibroids, but it disrupts your hormones and can make existing fibroids grow faster. So yes, rest and peace of mind are also part of your health care.
5. Hormonal Medications
Certain birth control pills and fertility drugs that contain high levels of estrogen can stimulate fibroid growth. That’s why it’s important to use medications prescribed by a doctor and not self-medicate.
6. Pregnancy & Menstrual Factors
Women who start menstruating early or have never been pregnant tend to have a higher risk because of long exposure to estrogen.
7. Vitamin D Deficiency
Studies show that women who don’t get enough vitamin D are more likely to develop fibroids. So a little sunlight, eggs, milk, and fish oil can help too.
So what are the signs you may have fibroid?
📌Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
📌Lower abdominal pain or pressure
📌Frequent urination or difficulty emptying your bladder
📌Back pain or leg pain
📌 Swelling of the lower abdomen
📌 Difficulty getting pregnant
If you notice these signs, please don’t panic fibroids are not cancer, and they can be managed medically or surgically depending on the size and symptoms. The key is early detection and proper medical guidance.
