Uterine fibroid are growths in the uterus. They are also referred to as myomas. It occurs when a uterine smooth muscle overgrows. Uterine fibroid is a result of growth and the formation of piles and is a result of a hormone known as progesterone. They are

• Myomas
• Benign tumors
• Uterine leiomyomas

Uterine fibroids are mostly neither noncancerous nor life-threatening but can cause health issues. They range in different sizes that are small to large; also, it can be single or multiple growths.

Symptoms        

Some patient with uterine fibroids may be asymptomatic, and many of them may not know that they have them. Signs and symptoms are determined by the size, location, and the number of fibroids that one has. Some women may experience the following

• Long periods that are lasting for weeks
• Heavy periods
• Spotting between the periods
• Lower abdominal pain
• Pelvic pain 
• Difficulty in passing urine
• Difficulty in conceiving
• Some may experience constipation

 Risk factors

• Women aged 10 to 50 years
• Genetic predisposition
• Poor diet
• Use of some family planning methods
• Consumption of alcohol

Causes

• The exact cause is unknown, but the majority is related to hormonal imbalance in ladies
• Other contributing factors include
• Heavy Smoking
• Lack of exercises
• Hypothyroidism
• Miscarriage and abortion

Ayurveda remedies used in uterine fibroids

In Ayurveda, Uterine Fibroids are described under granthi. Ayurveda gives the best herbal preparations in the treatment and management of uterine fibroids. There are various pure, natural ayurvedic formulations used in the management of symptoms exhibited in uterine. They show no sign of adverse effects when prescribed for fibroids, they include

 Female Health Support

 This preparation used by women. It regulates hormonal balance, and also both mental and physical well being. When taking the female health remedy, it rejuvenates the female reproductive system. The formulation is prepared by natural herbs such as    Ashok, Shatavari, and Lodhra.

Pradrantak Churna

This herbal formulation is made with herbs like Ashok Lodhra, Arjuna, and Udumbur. It gives excellent recovery process in health issues related to women reproductive health such as PMS ( premenstrual syndrome)hormonal imbalance, ovarian cysts irregular bleeding and not forgetting uterine fibroids.it also stimulates and regulates digestion. 

 Chanderprabha Vati

 Both men and women can use this ayurvedic remedy. It is recommended as it stimulates sex drive and has an effect on pelvic issues such as inflammation. It is prescribed when one is the inability to conceive, urinary tract infection, and more so in management of uterine fibroids. Chanderprabha Vati eliminates pathogen s in the body and also regulates sugar levels, and best results have seen control of irregular bleeding and uterine fibroids.