Patient's question:
After getting pregnant, I discovered I had uterine fibroids. Yesterday, I went to the hospital for an ultrasound and found multiple fibroids in my uterus. Below are the detailed results of the ultrasound examination:Uterus is anteriorly positioned. Within the reduced cross-section of the uterus, a 1.42.82.3 cm-sized gestational sac is clearly visible, containing a 0.4 cm-sized embryo with visible fetal heartbeat. Multiple low-echo areas are observed on the anterior and posterior walls of the uterus, the largest measuring 3.43.1 cm, with unclear boundaries and visible blood flow signals around them. On the left side of the uterus, a 4.94.4 cm low-echo area is seen, closely related to the uterus, with visible blood flow signals around it. No significant abnormalities are observed in the bilateral adnexal regions.
History of previous treatment and its effectiveness: The doctor advised me to pay close attention and monitor the situation closely.
What I need help with: I really want this child, but I’m unsure if the fibroids will affect the fetus. If the fibroids grow with the fetus, what complications might they cause?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, uterine fibroids are estrogen-dependent tumors. Due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, they may grow. In clinical diagnosis, there have been cases of successful delivery with fibroids during pregnancy, as well as miscarriages. It is difficult to say whether the fibroids will have a greater or lesser impact on the child. Subserosal uterine fibroids have the least impact on pregnancy. During early pregnancy, it is important to rest and avoid moderate to heavy physical labor. Bed rest may be necessary if needed.2. Strictly control sexual activity.
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