Patient's question:
My aunt recently noticed an increase in her menstrual flow and has symptoms of anemia, such as general fatigue, pale complexion, shortness of breath, and palpitations. The doctor said that smoking and drinking had triggered uterine fibroids. She wants to know what treatment methods are best for uterine fibroids.Doctor's answer:
The recurrence of uterine fibroids is related to hormonal imbalance. When the tumor size is less than 5 cm, medication can be used to control the growth of the fibroids. If the size is below 5 cm, doctors may recommend surgical treatment. Generally, a single fibroid can be removed through surgery. If the fibroids are multiple and the patient has not yet entered menopause, doctors may suggest removing the uterus to prevent the fibroids from growing again.For patients with uterine fibroids, in addition to timely treatment, it is also important to pay attention to self-care. For example, they should pay more attention to hygiene in their private areas and avoid sexual activity during medication. At the same time, female patients should be reminded to undergo regular follow-up examinations.