Patient's question:
I discovered uterine fibroids after a thorough examination in three months. Since the fibroids weren't very large, I have been taking medication for treatment. However, yesterday I had another thorough examination and found that the fibroids haven't shrunk at all, and one of them has even grown larger. This medication isn't working well. I haven't felt any discomfort, so I don't want to continue treatment.Doctor's answer:
If uterine fibroids are not treated, the consequences can be very serious. They can lead to malignant inflammation, and due to prolonged excessive menstrual bleeding in patients, secondary anemia may occur, or even anemia-induced heart disease. In severe cases, symptoms such as general fatigue, pale complexion, shortness of breath, and palpitations may appear. Uterine fibroids can cause pelvic congestion and infection, and may also lead to gynecological inflammation such as (adnexitis) and pelvic inflammation due to the breakdown of the skin, allowing pathogenic bacteria to invade.In addition, during the treatment of uterine fibroids, in addition to medication, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also particularly important. Patients must avoid excessive mental stress and anxiety to prevent unnecessary interference with the complete recovery of uterine fibroids.