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Uterine fibroids are benign muscular growths that occur in the uterus and are extremely common. In fact, 77% of people with a uterus will develop fibroids in their lifetime. In this video, Dr. Lydiesther Martinez will explain the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of uterine fibroids. 0:00 Introduction 0:27 What are uterine or womb fibroids? 0:45 What causes fibroids? 2:55 What are the symptoms of fibroids? 3:34 What are the complications of fibroids? 4:44 How is someone diagnosed with uterine fibroids? 5:29 What is the treatment for uterine fibroids? Dr. Lydiesther Martinez is an Anesthesiologist at Stanford Medicine. The information in this video was correct as of the date of publication. For informational purposes only. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your local health authority or a healthcare professional. At the Stanford Center for Health Education, we believe that expanding access to engaging education has the power to change behaviors, improve health, and save lives. Stanford Center for Health Education Website: https://healtheducation.stanford.edu/ Twitter: /stanford_che Facebook: /stanfordcenterforhealtheducation LinkedIn: /stanford-center-for-health-education Digital Medic Website: https://digitalmedic.stanford.edu/ Twitter: /dm_stanford Facebook: /digitalmedicstanford Instagram: /digitalmedicstanford