Types of fibroids

Fibroids are categorised by where they grow in the uterus (see illustration -->):

Intramural — these grow in the wall of the womb and are the most common type of fibroid.

Subserous—- these fibroids grow from the outer layer of the womb wall and sometimes grow on
stalks (called pedunculated fibroids). Subserous fibroids can grow to be very large.

Submucous — submucous fibroids develop in the muscle underneath the inner lining of the womb. They grow into the womb and can also grow on stalks which, if long enough, can hang through the cervix.

Cervical — cervical fibroids grow in the wall of the cervix (neck of the womb) and are difficult to remove without damaging the surrounding area.
If you have fibroids, you may have one or many. You may also have one type of fibroid or a number of different types.