McKeown Medical
167 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4SQ
Date posted — 24.04.25
Being diagnosed with fibroids can feel overwhelming. You may have noticed changes in your body, such as unusual bleeding, bloating, or pelvic pain, and suddenly you’re facing medical terms and treatment options you don’t fully understand.
At McKeown Medical, we believe in helping you make sense of it all with clear, expert-led information and compassionate care. In this article, we’ll answer some of the most frequently asked questions about fibroids to help you feel more informed and confident about your next steps.
Fibroids (also called uterine fibroids or leiomyomas) are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. They vary in size, from as small as a seed to as large as a melon, and can appear as a single growth or in clusters.
Fibroids are incredibly common. It’s estimated that around 2 in 3 women will develop at least one fibroid during their lifetime. They typically affect people in their 30s and 40s, but can occur at any age.
Many fibroids don’t cause any symptoms and are only discovered during routine scans or examinations. However, others can lead to significant discomfort and disruption in daily life.
The symptoms of fibroids depend on their size, number, and location within the uterus. Some of the most common include:
Not everyone with fibroids experiences symptoms, but if you’re noticing any of the above, it’s worth seeking medical advice. At McKeown Medical, our expert team can help you get the answers you need through an initial consultation.
Fibroids don’t cause weight gain directly, but they can lead to abdominal bloating or a noticeable bulge in the lower stomach. This is especially true when fibroids are large or numerous. For some, this change can mimic the appearance of weight gain even if body fat hasn’t increased.
No, fibroids are not cancerous. They are benign tumours, meaning they do not spread to other parts of the body. In extremely rare cases, a cancerous growth called a leiomyosarcoma can develop in the uterus, but this is not thought to arise from a fibroid.
Importantly, having fibroids does not increase your risk of uterine cancer.
If you experience symptoms such as soaking through sanitary products frequently, feeling unusually fatigued, or suffering from shortness of breath during your period, it may be time to consult a healthcare professional. Early intervention can help prevent complications and improve your quality of life.
Still, it’s vital to monitor any changes in your symptoms and undergo regular checkups, especially if you’re postmenopausal or experiencing unusual bleeding.
The exact cause of fibroids isn’t fully understood, but several factors are known to play a role:
Fibroids can grow slowly or rapidly, or they may remain the same size for years.
At McKeown Medical, we offer a range of evidence-based treatments tailored to your symptoms, lifestyle, and personal preferences. These include:
Medication
Minimally invasive surgery
Hysterectomy
We understand that every woman’s situation is unique, which is why we take a personalised approach to treatment planning.
Fibroids are common, but they don’t have to be confusing or debilitating. With the right care, they can be managed or removed effectively, giving you back control over your health and quality of life.
At McKeown Medical, our gynaecology service is led by Dr. Iain Martin, a highly experienced consultant specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of fibroids. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or considering your treatment options, we’re here to help you find the path that’s right for you.
Book a consultation to speak with one of our experts and explore your treatment options today.
Best in the business without a shadow of a doubt. Over 10 years I have been a client, never once had an issue with my treatments. High standards/practice speaks volumes.
Charlene DouganMay 2024
Quantum Liposuction! I am SUPER excited to let you know we will be the first in Scotland to offer what is now regarded internationally as the new gold standard technique in liposuction.
We are making a big investment to bring a whole range of cutting edge technology to the clinic to allow us to take our liposuction and body contouring work to the next level.
First we melt the fat using ultrasound. Next we use power assisted liposuction to remove the fat. Finally, we use Quantum RF to tighten the skin. Quantum RF is the new innovation that is taking the body contouring world by storm. It’s an excellent option for patients who need more than a bit of liposuction, but aren’t quite ready for full tummy tuck or arm lift or thigh lift.
Dr Kavita will be doing all of the body contouring procedures under sedation, which means you will be asleep throughout. I will also be using the technology to help shape the jawline and chin and lift the jowls. You can read more about the treatment at the link in our bio.
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Let`s talk about Mounjaro / Ozempic face!
It feels like everyone is on weight loss drugs right now, and they`re incredible for transforming bodies and health, but rapid weight loss has a real impact on the face.
This lovely patient lost an incredible 6 stones in just twelve months on Mounjaro and loved the results, but felt the life had been sucked out of her face. She naturally had a fuller, more plump face that looked youthful but the rapid weight loss diminished that.
There`s a lot of conversation right now about the best way of tackling it aesthetically and there are different options available. However, since loss of volume is the key driver of the changes, restoring the volume needs to be a central component of how we treat it - which is exactly what we did here.
This is the patient a couple of weeks after 10mls of HA filler in the mid and lower face. She is over the moon that she now has the body and health profile she wanted, but got her face back too!
The best of both worlds. What do you think?
Here’s another gorgeous upper blepharoplasty result from our phenomenal surgeon, @bramhallplasticsurgery.
This patient is 62 years old and came to us for upper eyelid surgery just 2.5 months ago. Russell performed the procedure while she was awake with just a few numbing injections. Here at the clinic we can offer facial surgery with local anaesthetic for those who want to remain awake, or with deep sedation for anyone who’d prefer to sleep throughout (without the downsides of general anaesthetic!)
Thank you to this patient for allowing us to share her fabulous result - her scars are already settling beautifully and will continue to fade over the next 12 months.
What do you think?
Our resident superstar breast surgery expert Dr Kavita was asked to talk about trends in breast surgery on BBC Radio Scotland today. This was Kavita’s first ever live interview and we thought she nailed it!
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And this is why combination treatments always win!
This lovely patient is in her 50s and was noticing all of the classic signs of ageing. She was starting to see some jowls forming, the neck was becoming more saggy and she felt she was looking tired.
At this stage in the ageing process it is not one thing that is responsible for causing the tired expression, its a combination of changes that are working together which is why we need a combination of treatments to target it effectively.
We did some sofwave treatment first to tighten the skin on the face and neck. Sofwave is very effective at tightening the skin, but remember: the skin is only the outer layer of the face, so we supported the treatment with some volume replacement in the deeper layers.
I decided to post her selfie style before and afters as well as her clinical pictures so you can see how it looks in real life, as well as the clinical up-close detail. The patient is over the moon with her results.
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Here is another beautifully balanced deep plane face and neck lift by the skilful @bramhallplasticsurgery.
The deep plane technique, as the name suggests, works at a deeper level, repositioning the underlying structures of the face and neck rather than simply tightening the skin. By addressing the deeper tissues, we can restore more natural proportions, refine the jawline, and create a smoother, more defined contour beneath the chin - especially when the patient moves or bends their neck forward.
To achieve this impressive improvement in the neck, even in flexion, Russell reduced the deep fat (from under the muscle), trimmed and shaped the salivary glands and reconstructed the muscles of the neck to create a rejuvenated result. This is a much more sophisticated procedure compared with a standard face and neck lift.
At just 2 months post-op, her result is already beautifully balanced. The jawline is sharper, the neck more sculpted, and everything sits in harmony with the rest of her features. Scars are settling well and will continue to soften over time.
She may choose to refine things further with laser resurfacing for skin quality and subtle volume restoration in the mid-face, but even at this stage, the transformation speaks for itself.
Thank you to our patient for allowing us to share her journey.
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Thank you to this lovely patient for allowing us to share her beautiful result from the talented @bramhallplasticsurgery.
This patient is just 2.5 months after upper eyelid surgery, and already looking incredibly fresh and natural. The scars are settling very well and will continue to soften over the coming months.
The incisions are carefully placed within the natural eyelid crease, making them very difficult to see once healed. Excess skin has been removed to open up the eye area, while maintaining a soft, natural appearance.
A small amount of muscle was reduced at the outer part of the eyelid to address hooding, without affecting the central area. This helps preserve a youthful fullness above the eye. There has also been a conservative reduction of the lateral brow fat to further refine the contour. This highly tailored, bespoke approach to surgery is the attention to detail that lies at the heart of our clinic’s approach and philosophy.
As with many patients, her anatomy meant these changes developed earlier than expected. In the right cases, surgery at a younger age can deliver a subtle but very impactful improvement.
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Happy Easter from our excited little bunnies 🐣🐰
Thank you to our lovely patient for allowing us to share these photos.
This is just 4 weeks after her first session (of three) with Juläine and we’re already starting to see a soft return of fullness and improvement in skin quality.
Juläine is not a traditional filler. It works by stimulating your body’s own collagen production, gradually restoring structure, firmness and elasticity from within.
This is just the beginning. As collagen continues to rebuild over the coming weeks and months, results will become more noticeable with improved support, smoother contours and a natural, refreshed appearance.
The patient is delighted with her progress so far. What do you think?