Patient's question:
Doctor, hello. This month my menstruation has been especially heavy, and it has lasted for a long time. I felt it wasn't normal, so I went to the hospital for a thorough examination. The examination results said that I have uterine fibroids. Can you tell me if uterine fibroids can be left untreated without surgery?Doctor's answer:
This requires considering various aspects such as the size and location of the uterine fibroid, as well as its nature. If the fibroid is relatively small, does not approach the endometrium, and is benign, it is generally possible to temporarily avoid surgery. Instead, symptomatic treatment with blood-activating and blood-stasis-resolving medications can be administered, along with periodic follow-up examinations. However, if the fibroid is large, multiple, or close to the endometrium, surgical intervention is necessary.