True or False: Fibroids – HealthyWomen

July is Fibroid Awareness Month.

Fibroids can be life-changing — and not in a good way. Up to 8 out of 10 women develop fibroids by the time they turn 50, and that can mean debilitating cramps and soak-through-your-good-leggings bleeding during your period.

Research is ongoing as to why women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) get fibroids, but certain factors like family history and race may increase your risk. For example, fibroids are up to three times more common in Black women, and Black women tend to be diagnosed with fibroids at a younger age, experience more severe symptoms, and have higher rates of surgery and hospitalization compared to white women.

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Unfortunately, it can take years to get a proper diagnosis. A lack of awareness about fibroids and period stigma can keep people from getting the care they need.

So, how much do you know about fibroids? Take our quiz to find out and learn interesting facts to share with your uterus-loving friends.

1. Fibroids grow in the womb.

2. Fibroids are tumors.

3. All fibroids are the same size.

4. You can have fibroids without having any symptoms.

5. Pregnancy increases your risk for fibroids.

6. Fibroids get bigger during menopause.

7. Surgery is the only way to treat fibroids.

8. Fibroids can come back after having surgery to remove them.

9. Fibroids can affect your weight.