[header] How to shrink fibroids naturally [title] The " watch and wait " method. [step] Doctors used to take a proactive approach to treating fibroids with unnecessary, invasive procedures. Now, however, most doctors advise " watchful waiting " when small fibroids don't cause significant problems such as abnormal bleeding, infertility, or painful periods. 
Over time, many fibroids start shrinking on their own. [substeps] Fibroids tend to form at reproductive age, grow larger with pregnancy, and shrink after menopause.