Patient's question:
I have had two children. After a year of trying to get pregnant, I went to the hospital for a gynecological examination and discovered a uterine fibroid. At that time, the doctor didn't recommend surgery or anything, just to take medication and carefully observe for a period of time. He asked me to come back for a thorough check-up after a year. Now it's almost been a year, and anyway, there's no discomfort in my body. I just don't know if this condition could become malignant again if it worsens.Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids are a very common gynecological tumor, most of which are benign. However, preventive measures should still be taken. If timely detection and intervention are not achieved through irregular gynecological health checks, the possibility of uterine fibroids progressing further can be very high. If the growth rate of uterine fibroids is slow and does not cause changes in menstrual volume or cycle, it can be closely monitored. If during this period any changes in menstruation are noticed, including an increase in menstrual volume, cycle irregularity, shortening of the menstrual period, prolongation of the menstrual period, or a change in growth rate, timely treatment should be implemented to prevent the continued progression of uterine fibroids.