ruth
first did you get a second opinion? that is very important. If you are near a large teaching hospital or medical center or university please check those out. the removal of the uterus may be necessary, it really depends where the tumor is. getting pregant at this point, with the fibroid woul be impossible. you would also be at risk for the uterus to rupture. that could cause severe problems. i am not trying to scare you. have you discussed these questions with your doctor? if he will not talk with you, please find another doctor. i know that their maybe several different options for you.