Uterine fibroids

Last updated: 03/06/2025

Learn more about the symptoms that may be associated with fibroids, including heavy bleeding and bloating. Use this resource to understand the options for investigations and the treatment options available.

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Women's health

Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

What will this resource give me?

overview of fibroids and who may be more at risk of having them
possible symptoms of fibroids
uterine fibroid investigations available
treatment, including non-hormonal options
further resources offering advice and information on fibroids.

Resource last reviewed

15 Jul 2024

Resource lead

Carmel Bagness

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Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Last updated: 03/06/2025