Uterine fibroids are generally harmless and often go away on their own. When symptoms occur, however, untreated fibroids can interfere with a person's quality of life and may lead to complications such as anemia.
How long until fibroids go away?
The majority of shrinkage will almost always take place primarily in the first six months after the procedure. However, it can take up to a year for the fibroids to shrink to their fullest capacity.
What are the signs of fibroids shrinking?
- Acute pain: Most common symptom. A sharp pain in the abdomen that may be accompanied by swelling. ...
- Chronic pain: Less severe, lasting pelvic pain.
- Fever: Often during pregnancy. May be mild.
- Bleeding: May be severe. ...
- Temporary elevation in the white blood cell count8.
