SHR # 2365 :: A New Way To Treat Uterine Fibroids : Dr. Bruce Lee - Women with uterine fibroids must endure heavy menstrual bleeding, painful menstruation, abdominal distension, pelvic pain, and urinary frequency. Symptoms often worsen over time, leading to deterioration in quality of life and loss of normal function. For many, major surgery -hysterectomy/myomectomy- becomes the only option offered by physicians. Now there's reason for hope. A new FDA approved procedure helps women avoid hysterectomy.