Patient's question:
My mom is 43 years old this year. She felt lower back pain and after a thorough examination, she was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. The two larger ones are the size of walnuts, while the smaller ones are too small to be seen. They don't break the skin, and her menstruation is normal. What are the treatment methods for uterine fibroids?Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are the most common benign tumors of the female reproductive organs. They are typically classified into subserous fibroids, intramural fibroids, submucous fibroids, cervical fibroids, or broad ligament fibroids, among others. Different types of uterine fibroids can present with clinical manifestations such as excessive menstrual bleeding, lower abdominal masses, or difficulties with urination and defecation. In women over 35, approximately 20% suffer from uterine fibroids. However, as this tumor develops slowly and often lacks clinical symptoms, some individuals may remain undiagnosed throughout their lives without requiring treatment. It is recommended to seek cooperative treatment with traditional Chinese medicine, such as: medical-grade reishi spore powder (a reishi preparation extracted at a ratio of 10:1 or higher), reishi extracts, and other medications.