Patient's question:
Female, 52 years old. I went through menopause two years ago, but recently I've been experiencing intense itching in the outer vaginal area and around the vaginal opening, and the discharge has a strong odor. Please ask: How should uterine fibroids be treated?Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids are a common gynecological disease, most of which are benign tumors. However, it cannot be ruled out that uterine fibroids may become malignant. The recurrence of uterine fibroids is related to long-term excessive estrogen levels leading to endocrine disorders. If the size of the fibroid is no more than 2 centimeters, it should not affect pregnancy. The impact on pregnancy depends on the location of the fibroid growth: if the fibroid is only located in the muscular wall, it has little effect on pregnancy. If the fibroid grows at the opening of the fallopian tube, it may affect pregnancy, and in such cases, it may manifest as an increase in menstrual flow. It is important to treat uterine fibroids promptly, such as through radiofrequency ablation, which does not require an abdominal incision. The surgery is performed under the full monitoring of a screen, guided by dynamic ultrasound, with a superconductor needle inserted into the lesion, ensuring precise temperature control.