Although it is no bigger than a pea, the pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain just beneath the hypothalamus, is considered the most important part of the endocrine system. It's often called the master gland because it makes hormones that control several other endocrine glands.
If your tumor is very small, or if you are going through menopause, you may not have any symptoms. Fibroids may shrink during and after menopause. Symptoms of fibroids may include: 1  heavy bleeding between or during your periods that includes blood clots. 2  pain in the pelvis and/or lower back. 3  increased menstrual cramping. 4  increased urination. 5  pain during intercourse. 6  menstruation that lasts longer than usual. 7  pressure or fullness in your lower abdomen.
Every womanâs body is different though. Menopause may not cause the fibroids to shrink at all, and they may even continue growing. Some women have continued to experience painful symptoms from fibroids after menopause.