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Mr Tariq Miskry
Independent Doctor's Federation
What causes fibroids?
Mr Tariq Miskry, a Consultant Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, explains the potential causes of uterine fibroids.
Transcript
This is unknown. There's obviously a clear genetic link because you see them more commonly in certain subgroups. Afro-Caribbean women in particular are known to have more fibroids. There's an association with blood group O. Again, that just highlights the genetic component. At the moment, we don't know if there are environmental factors. People often ask us whether diets can affect fibroid growth. And I think unless you are somebody who eats nothing but yams and soya then probably diet doesn't have a big influence.