Sharon Stone has been diagnosed with a ‘large fibroid tumour’ after doctors missed it the first time round. 

The Basic Instinct actress urged other women to seek further medical advice if concerned about changes with their body after going through her own mistreatment.

Sharing an update on her health with her Instagram followers, Sharon, 64, explained: ‘Just had another misdiagnosis and incorrect procedure. This time double epidural. W worsening pain went for a SECOND OPINION: I have a large fibroid tumor that must come out.’

Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the womb (uterus). The growths are made up of muscle and fibrous tissue, and vary in size. According to the NHS, many women are unaware they have fibroids because they do not have any symptoms.

Sharon has battled various health issues over the years, including the removal of benign tumours in 2001.