Although the exact cause of uterine fibroids is still not fully understood, science points to the following factors as the main causes:
1. Hormonal changes
The main female hormones, estrogen and progesterone, influence the growth of uterine fibroids. When these hormones, which help regenerate the lining of the uterus, become too high, they cause the fibroids to grow. After menopause, when these hormones decrease, these fibroids often shrink
2. Genetics
If your mother or sister has had uterine fibroids, you are more likely to get them. Certain genetic changes affect the growth of muscle cells in the uterus.
3. Growth factors like insulin
Excessive production of factors like insulin, which help cells in the body grow, can accelerate the growth of fibroids.
4. Lifestyle and diet
Eating too much red meat, processed foods, and sweets increases the risk of developing tumors. This problem is less common in those who eat a lot of vegetables and fruits.
5. Obesity
Overweight women have higher levels of the hormone estrogen. This causes uterine tumors to form and grow in size.
6. Early menarche
Studies indicate that girls who start menstruating at a very young age (for example, before the age of 10) are more likely to develop uterine tumors as they grow older.
Main symptoms:
Heavy bleeding during menstruation.
Longer menstrual periods.
Back and pelvic pain.
Frequent urination
