Do fibroids have to be removed?

[Poppymum]

Hi, I have a fibroid measured 6.7cm last spring and was told anything over 5cm must be removed. I only discovered it as I had a scan at a fertility clinic. I had no idea it was there.

It doesn’t cause pain or bleeding. It’s subserosal so it’s outside the womb.

Anyone know if I have to definitely have surgery?

I have a gynaecologist appointment in February.

[_Everglow_]

Hi there,

Fibroids don't have to be removed if they're not causing any problems, but unsure of the size vs removal part. It would be best to get a second opinion.

I had a laparoscopy and they removed endometriosis tissue but not my fibroid, although I don't know how big the fibroid is.

I hope you can get some answers soon.

All the best x

[greynash]

Hi,

I don’t believe they need to be removed unless they are causing you issues with pain / fertility? I’m sure the gynaecologist will be able to advise on your individual case.

I had surgery last year, focused on my Fallopian tubes and a cyst, and they removed fibroids whilst there, but in my case they didn’t know they were there til they were in there and doubt they’d of operated just for them.

Hope they can give you the answers you need