A fibroma, also known as a uterine fibroid, is a non-cancerous tumor that often appears in the smooth muscle layer of the uterus
. Fibromas are composed of fibrous, or connective, tissue and can occur in various places in the body, including the female reproductive system
. Some key points about fibromas include:
- Prevalence : Up to 70% of women develop uterine fibroids, which are usually found in women in their 30s and 40s
- Symptoms : Many women with fibromas have no symptoms and are only aware that they have the condition after a fibroma is discovered during a pelvic exam
. Common symptoms for uterine fibroids include pain, pressure, or bloating in the lower abdomen
- Causes : The exact cause of a fibroma is unclear, but researchers believe it may be caused by hormones in the body, and that a woman's genes may play a role
- Treatment : Treatment for fibromas depends on the size, symptoms, and other factors. Asymptomatic fibroids may not require treatment
. Surgical treatments include myomectomy (surgical removal of a uterine fibroid) and hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus)
. Non-surgical treatment options include pain management and hormonal therapy
Fibromas can also occur in other areas of the body, such as the plantar fascia tissue in the arch of the foot (plantar fibroma), non-ossifying bone tissue (non-ossifying fibroma), and blood vessels and fibrous tissue (angiofibroma)
