Patient's question:
My mother used to have a cervical polyp surgery. Four months ago, she had a recurrence, and besides a uterine fibroid, her menstrual period has not ended for half a month now, with very minimal bleeding. A careful ultrasound examination revealed that the uterine fibroid has now doubled, and there is an echo-free mass in the right adnexal area. She always feels a sensation of heaviness in her abdomen, sometimes accompanied by pain. Four months ago, a polyp biopsy was performed, which was benign. Now, a blood test was conducted, showing carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) at 5.8.How should she be treated? Examination and test results: A biopsy was performed four months ago, which was benign. A blood test was conducted now, with CEA at 5.8.
Previous treatment history and effectiveness: She previously had polyp surgery. Can traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) be adopted?
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Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are the most common benign tumor of the female reproductive system. Most are asymptomatic, while a very small number may present with vaginal bleeding, palpable abdominal masses, and symptom control. The exact cause of this condition is unclear. Modern Western medicine employs hormone therapy or surgical treatment, with no other ideal therapies available for the time being. Patients with uterine fibroids can, while understanding professional treatment, use dietary therapy as supplementary treatment in daily life. Appropriate dietary choices should be made in daily eating habits to avoid stimulating foods.