Patient's question:
My mother has uterine fibroids, but how long do uterine fibroids take to develop? Why didn't she show any signs before? How did they grow so large so quickly?Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids are generally confirmed through a detailed ultrasound examination of the uterine appendages, which is a benign tumor that can be treated with medication or surgery. The speed of its formation depends mainly on the patient's lifestyle and changes in endocrine hormones. It tends to grow larger relatively quickly after consuming estrogen or foods that boost qi. Generally, it takes about two months from the time it first appears to grow to 2 to 3 centimeters.