Natural Herbs for Fibroid Tumors

Fibroid tumors, also referred to as myomas or leiomyomas, are non-malignant tumors that are most often formed in the uterus. They are treated by conventional methods such as surgery as well as by herbal remedies.

Causes

• The cause of fibroids is inconclusive, but studies have shown that estrogens, especially estradiol, are factors in the growth of tumors.

Symptoms

• Fibroids generally do not have any symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they range from excessive bleeding during and between menstruation to low back pain.

Dandelion and Milk Thistle

• Dandelion and milk thistle have liver-cleansing properties that are effective in decreasing the excess estrogen that contributes to the size of the fibroids.

Vitex and Wild Yam

• Research has shown vitex to be instrumental in reducing fibroids over a two-month period. Wild yam is an effective treatment for menstrual symptoms such as bloating.

Purchase

• Herbal remedies can be purchase at health food stores in various forms such as capsule, tea and tincture.

Warning

• Herbal treatment effectiveness for fibroid tumors is inconclusive. Consult with your health care provider prior to starting treatment.