Friday, October 9, 2009

Fibroids are muscle tumors commonly found in the uterus. These tumors

Fibroids are muscle tumors commonly found in the uterus. These tumors begin to grow from a single tumor cell to cell over a period of years and may go unnoticed due to its slow growth. Researchers have conducted several studies on fibroids in recent years but there is still little clarity about the specific reasons leading to their growth. Some observations have contributed significantly in understanding the cause of these tumors. For example, these tumors are seen to be more common among firstdegree relatives of women with fibroids. Moreover, the fact that black women are more susceptible to this tumor type indicates a major genetic cause. br The inheritance is said to be one of the important causes that lead to growth of fibroids. According to experts, these smooth muscle cells of the uterus can be programmed to become a right fibrous tumor since birth. The growth of fibroids is often accelerate after a woman hits puberty. Once the cycle of menstruation starts, the ovaries produce hormones more than before, particularly estrogen. These excessive levels of hormones provide a helping hand in the growth of fibroids. However, this process is still not fully understood. br Over 50% of women find out whether they have fibroids when her doctor informs them. Fibroids leads to problems such as: br br