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5 Myths About Uterine Fibroids—and the Truth About Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Uterine fibroids are incredibly common—affecting up to 80% of women by age 50—but they’re still misunderstood. Too often, women are told their only option is a hysterectomy or that their symptoms aren’t serious enough to treat.
This Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month, we’re setting the record straight.
At TRA Endovascular, we specialize in uterine fibroid embolization (UFE)—a safe, effective, and non-surgical treatment that can shrink fibroids, relieve symptoms, and help you feel like yourself again.
Let’s bust some of the most common myths and highlight what you really need to know.
Myth #1: “You’ll definitely know if you have fibroids.”
Truth: Fibroids often go undiagnosed.
Many women live with fibroids for years, mistaking the symptoms for normal changes. If you’re experiencing heavy periods, pelvic pain, fatigue, or frequent urination, fibroids could be the cause.
Pro Tip: If your period soaks through pads or tampons in less than two hours, that’s not normal. Talk to your doctor.
Myth #2: “The only way to get rid of fibroids is surgery.”
Truth: Uterine fibroid embolization is a non-surgical alternative to hysterectomy.
UFE is a minimally invasive procedure that blocks the blood supply to fibroids, causing them to shrink over time. It’s outpatient, uterus-sparing, and recovery usually takes 7–14 days.
Myth #3: “Fibroids only affect older women.”
Truth: Fibroids can develop as early as your 20s.
They’re most commonly diagnosed in women between ages 30–50, but they can start much earlier. Black women are especially at risk, often developing fibroids earlier and with more severe symptoms.
Myth #4: “If you want kids, UFE isn’t for you.”
Truth: UFE may help preserve fertility.
Every woman’s health and reproductive goals are different. While UFE isn’t always the right option for women actively trying to conceive, it can be a fertility-preserving choice for many. We recommend discussing your specific goals with your provider and one of our interventional radiologists.
Myth #5: “It’s not cancer, so it’s not serious.”
Truth: Fibroids are benign, but the effects are very real.
Fibroids can lead to debilitating periods, pain, bloating, exhaustion, and missed work or social events. You don’t need a cancer diagnosis to deserve relief and better quality of life.
Why Choose TRA Endovascular for Uterine Fibroid Embolization?
We provide expert care in a comfortable outpatient setting—no hospital stay, no general anesthesia, and no long recovery. Our team is dedicated to helping women feel seen, heard, and supported through every step of treatment.
Benefits of UFE at TRA Endovascular:
✅ Minimally invasive
✅ Uterus-preserving
✅ Shorter recovery
✅ Covered by most insurance
✅ Trusted local experts in image-guided care
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If fibroids are disrupting your life, UFE may be the solution you didn’t know existed.
📞 Call us today to schedule a consultation: 253-284-0841
🌐 Learn more about uterine fibroid embolization at: www.tranow.com/endovascular