Patient's question:
Last year, our unit organized a health check-up, and during the ultrasound, it was discovered that I had a fibroid. It was located on the back wall of the uterus, and thankfully, it was benign. Now that I am pregnant, I had another ultrasound, and it showed that the fibroid has grown a little larger than before. I am very worried that this fibroid will affect my pregnancy.Doctor's answer:
Hello! Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors in gynecology, commonly found in women aged 30-50. Statistics show that about 20% of women over 30 suffer from uterine fibroids. Because many patients experience no discomfort, some women discover they have uterine fibroids during annual gynecological health checks. Submucosal fibroids, which grow into the uterine cavity, can affect embryo implantation and lead to miscarriage. When myometrial fibroids become too large, they may cause mechanical compression, leading to uterine deformation or insufficient blood supply to the endometrium, which can also result in miscarriage. Most women with uterine fibroids can naturally go into labor, but it's important to prevent postpartum hemorrhage because fibroids can affect uterine contractions after delivery. In some cases, fibroids may obstruct fetal position, leading to malposition or intestinal obstruction during labor, resulting in dystocia, which may require a cesarean section.