Patient's question:
I have uterine fibroids, and I have decided to undergo treatment now because I am concerned about the impact on my health. How can uterine fibroids be treated to achieve a cure?Doctor's answer:
Hello, uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors in the female reproductive tract. They are formed from fibrosis of uterine smooth muscle tissue, with only a small amount of fibrous connective tissue in between. They are most common in women of reproductive age. After menopause, fibroids stop growing, even expanding or disappearing. The recurrence of symptoms is closely related to the location and growth rate of the fibroids. The main manifestations are changes in menstruation, such as prolonged cycles, increased menstrual flow, and prolonged menstrual periods; abdominal masses; larger fibroids may cause symptoms such as difficulty defecating; anemia; and infertility. Treatment requires a comprehensive consideration of factors such as age, fertility goals, symptoms, fibroid location, size, and growth rate.