A qualitative study of perceptions on uterine fibroids among reproductive age Ghanaian women in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana

This study aims to explore the perceptions of reproductive-age women in Greater Accra, Ghana, regarding uterine fibroids. Utilizing a qualitative research approach grounded in the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model (IMB) and the Health Belief Model (HBM), the study employed phenomenological research design to understand participants' lived experiences and beliefs about fibroids. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews through a case study approach with 15 women selected via purposive and snowball sampling methods. Findings reveal that fibroids are perceived as a prevalent issue within the community, with participants expressing a range of emotional responses, from fear of pain and fertility issues to views on manageability based on early diagnosis and treatment. Recommendations include developing comprehensive educational resources, simplifying medical information, and enhancing public health campaigns to support preventive practices.