Uterine Fibroids - Medical Treatment

-Can reduce myoma size and uterine volume as well as bleeding;

-Goal is to temporarily reduce symptoms and myoma size;

-May be sufficient for women nearing menopause;

-Side effects and expense limit long-term use;

None shown to improve fertility;

-Myomas regain pretreatment size within 3-4 months afther drug is stopped;

-Oral Contraceptive Pill may prevent but will not treat established myomas.