Patient's question:
I've been feeling unwell lately. What is a uterine fibroid?Doctor's answer:
Dear Consultee,Uterine fibroids are benign tumors caused by fibrosis of the uterine muscle layer. In the early stages, there may be no symptoms, but the tumor can gradually grow, leading to lower abdominal pain, dysmenorrhea, or menstrual irregularities in the later stages. After menopause, uterine fibroids can slowly expand. If you are considering pregnancy, it is best to have them removed in a timely manner. Older individuals often opt for a total hysterectomy.