Patient's question:
Female, 32 years old. I went through menopause two years ago, but recently I've been experiencing severe itching in the external genitalia and around the vaginal opening, and the odor of my discharge is also quite strong. Please ask: What are the main symptoms of uterine fibroids?Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are the most common benign tumors of the female reproductive system. Symptoms include: a lump in the lower abdomen, intermenstrual bleeding, heavy menstrual flow, dysmenorrhea, frequent urination, and lower abdominal pain, among others. Methods for treating uterine fibroids include Western medicine treatment, medication, surgical treatment, traditional Chinese medicine treatment, syndrome differentiation and treatment, and home remedies. Therefore, the specific situation should be further confirmed, and additional measures should be taken. It is recommended to seek medical attention at a regular hospital as early as possible.