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I have a large fibroid. it is symptomatic. i do not want surgery or anything else. would the fibroid continue to grow; or eventually would it shrink?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

It will not: shrink and depending on the large size, surgery is a viable option.

Answered 6/10/2016

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A member asked:

I have a large fibroid. it is symptomatic. i do not want surgery or anything else. would the fibroid continue to grow; or eventually would it shrink?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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