Patient's question:
53-year-old female. 2 years ago during a health check, uterine fibroids were detected. The doctor recommended close monitoring and no surgery was performed. Now, a hard lump can be felt in the hand. Light pressure causes pain. No other discomforts in the body. Hello, is there a possibility of it becoming malignant?Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids are common benign tumors in women, primarily formed by the fibrosis of uterine smooth muscle cells, with a small amount of fibrous connective tissue known as uterine leiomyoma.Recommendation: When uterine fibroids are less than 5 cm, medication can be used to suppress their growth. Surgery is recommended only if the fibroids are smaller than 5 cm. Generally, a single fibroid can be removed through surgery. In the early stages, uterine fibroids can be treated with medication, and surgery is not necessary. Once the condition improves, it is important to maintain a balanced and nutritious diet to prevent the recurrence of uterine fibroids due to insufficient intake or malabsorption of trace elements. Consume more whole grains, fruits, fresh vegetables, and adopt a low-fat diet.