Patient's question:
The unit recommends a health check-up once a year. Last year everything was normal, but this year's results showed a prompt tone that I have small uterine fibroids, and apart from degeneration, I am very worried about whether they might expand. Do small uterine fibroids that have degenerated need surgery?Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids smaller than 5 centimeters can be treated with medication to suppress their growth. Hospitals generally recommend surgical treatment for fibroids smaller than 5 centimeters. Typically, a single fibroid can be removed through surgery. If the fibroids are multiple and not related to menopause, doctors may recommend removing the uterus to prevent further growth. This requires annual follow-up with an ultrasound. For patients, if the condition of uterine fibroids is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication should be administered, otherwise it may lead to a recurrence of uterine fibroids. Additionally, patients need to maintain a proper diet and keep a positive mood.