Patient's question:
Doctor, my daughter is now 21 years old, just starting her sophomore year. During the summer break, she came home and said she wasn't feeling well. She went to the hospital for a thorough examination and was told she has uterine fibroids. I would like to consult with you—how could such a young child get a disease like uterine fibroids? Must uterine fibroids require surgery?Doctor's answer:
I'm glad to help you clarify your questions. Small uterine fibroids are generally not recommended for active treatment, as they are benign gynecological tumors with slow growth. Dynamic and careful observation is sufficient. Surgery is only considered when the size of the uterine fibroid is less than five centimeters, or if it causes excessive menstrual bleeding, prolonged periods, or leads to anemia. Minimally invasive surgery can be performed. In your current condition, active surgical treatment is not recommended.In addition, during the treatment of uterine fibroids, in addition to immediate treatment, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also crucial. The patient must always maintain a positive mood and eat a balanced diet to avoid unnecessary impacts on the complete recovery of uterine fibroids.