Patient's question:
This month, I've been working late every day. The past two days, I suddenly feel a sharp pain in my stomach, and my period is also irregular—sometimes coming early, sometimes delayed by six or seven days. My discharge has also increased, and my head feels very puffy and painful. I think it's due to getting too little rest, so I haven't wanted to go to the hospital for a check-up. How can uterine fibroids be prevented?Doctor's answer:
Comprehensive prevention and treatment of uterine fibroids should focus on avoiding excessive fatigue, with particular attention to rest during menstruation. Eat more vegetables and fruits, and reduce the intake of spicy foods. Maintain clean and dry external genitalia, and wear loose underwear. If there is excessive vaginal discharge, it is important to clean the external genitalia regularly. After being diagnosed with uterine fibroids, it is recommended to have a thorough examination at the hospital once a month. If the fibroids shrink slowly or not at all, a follow-up examination can be conducted once a year. If there is a significant reduction, surgical treatment should be considered to prevent severe bleeding or control abdominal organ damage.For patients, if the condition of uterine fibroids is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment should be administered with proper medication. Otherwise, it may lead to a recurrence of uterine fibroids. Additionally, patients should maintain a positive mood to avoid worsening the condition.