Women with Endometriosis Are Up to 3 Times More Likely to Develop Fibroids – Fertility Plus
Fertility Plus shared a post on LinkedIn:
“Women with endometriosis face a significantly higher risk of developing uterine fibroids—up to 3 times more likely, and in certain groups, the risk can soar by 10 times! This connection was highlighted in a massive meta-analysis involving over 3 million patients, underscoring the importance of recognising these conditions together.
Why is this crucial? Enhanced screening and integrated treatment approaches can lead to reduced pain and improved fertility outcomes for millions of women.
New research finds a big link: women with endometriosis are almost three times more likely to have fibroids. Sometimes, this risk is even higher! This matters for anyone facing pelvic pain or fertility problems—combined screening and treatment could help. Have you had both conditions diagnosed together Fertility Journey Articles Co-occurrence of endometriosis and uterine fibroids. Science Direct. Published 2025. Pooled OR 2.91 (95% CI, 1.78–4.75) for fibroid risk in endometriosis. Sample size: 3,109,231.”
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