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What Size are My Fibroids?

Gynecologists and ultrasound reports usually describe the size of fibroids using centimeters (cm), a measurement unfamiliar to most Americans.  Often, a comparison to fruits or common objects can help to understand the size.  We also compare the size to weeks or months of pregnancy, since many women are familiar with this measurement.  The following measurements may help:

Pea = 1 cm

Pea = 1 cm

Grape = 2 cm

Grape = 2 cm

Walnut = 3.5 cm

Walnut = 3.5 cm

Plum = 5 cm

Plum = 5 cmTennis ball = 6.5 cm

Orange = 6.6 cm

Orange = 6.6 cm

Baseball = 7.5 cm

Baseball = 7.5 cm

Grapefruit = 10 cm

Grapefruit = 10 cm

Cantaloupe = 12 cm

Cantaloupe = 12 cm

Honeydew melon = 16 cm

Honeydew melon = 16 cm

Uterine size in weeks of pregnancy

Uterine size in weeks of pregnancy

 

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Fibroid Doctor William H. Parker

Dr. William H. Parker is a board-certified Fellow in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Parker is an internationally recognized expert in fibroid surgery and research. Based in San Diego, California, he is considered one of the best fibroid surgeons for abdominal and laparoscopic myomectomy in the United States and abroad. He has been chosen for Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors every year beginning in the late 90's.

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