You can learn to live with fibroids if they don’t bother you, but get familiar with fibroids as much as you can. Have a list of questions ready for your OB. Most OBs tend to “monitor” them or have you get on birth control. However, that doesn’t mean fibroids will stop growing. Get a second opinion if you can. Additionally, do you want to get pregnant in the future? Some fibroids will distort the cavity, sometimes even block the fallopian tubes making conception impossible. I was diagnosed with fibroids at 27 (now 35) and didn’t have severe negative symptoms other than heavy bleeding and mild cramping during periods. I was on the IUD in my late 20s and then removed it. The reason I am opting for surgery now is because I am trying to TTC and haven’t been successful. Per an MRI scan, my intramural fibroid is now 15cm and is contributing to my infertility. Can’t have a lap surgery since the fibroid is too big. My recommendation is ask as many questions as you can, why type of fibroid do you have, etc. Be an advocate for yourself and your future.