Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths in the uterus that can cause symptoms like heavy bleeding and pelvic pain. Treatment options vary based on the severity of symptoms and may include medications to manage pain and bleeding, hormonal therapies to shrink fibroids, or surgical procedures to remove them. In some cases, uterine artery embolization is used to block blood flow to the fibroids, causing them to shrink. For women who wish to preserve their uterus, myomectomy is a surgical option that removes fibroids while leaving the uterus intact.