Fibroids: Why I am Pursuing This Career

I am becoming an OB/GYN because my mother and aunt were diagnosed with having fibroids in the uterus. According to the Harvard Health Publications, "Fibroids are noncancerous lumps that can be found anywhere in or near the uterus." This can be a complication because it can cause infertility. Fibroids are also very painful, especially during the woman's menstrual cycle. I want to help women who have fibroids; I want to make them a healthier and happier person. This is what fibroids in the uterus look like:

They can range in size: they can be as small as a pea or as big as a basketball. If you think you may have fibroids in your uterus, don't hesitate to ask your OB/GYN. Image retrieved from http://www.drugs.com/health-guide/fibroids.html