Patient's question:
I had an abortion surgery on August 1st. On September 15th, I had my period, but the amount was very little, and then it didn't come again until November 15th. The amount was very heavy, lasting until December 8th, and in the last few days, there was dirty discharge from my vagina. I'm wondering if I might have uterine fibroids. What kind of tests can diagnose this?Doctor's answer:
You can check with an ultrasound to determine if it is a uterine fibroid. Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are the most common benign tumors of the female reproductive system. Most are asymptomatic, with only a few cases presenting with vaginal bleeding, palpable abdominal masses, and symptom control. The exact cause of this condition is unclear. Modern Western medicine employs hormone therapy or surgical treatment, with no other ideal therapies available for now. In addition to timely treatment for uterine fibroids, patients should maintain a positive attitude toward the disease. Only in this way can patients receive timely and appropriate treatment. At the same time, they should pay close attention to their dietary care, observe balanced nutrition, and ensure timely digestion of nutrients.