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. Tumors smaller than 5 cm can be treated with medication to control their growth. If the size is below 5 cm, doctors may recommend surgical treatment. Generally, a single fibroid can be removed through surgery. For patients with multiple fibroids who have not yet entered menopause, doctors may advise removing the uterus to prevent the fibroids from growing back. For patients with uterine fibroids, in addition to timely treatment, it is also important to pay attention to self-care, such as maintaining good hygiene in the private area and avoiding sexual activity during medication. At the same time, female patients are advised to undergo regular follow-up examinations.