Patient's question:
I have recently had a long menstrual period, lasting over 10 days, so I went to the gynecology department of the hospital for a check-up. The test results showed that I had a uterine fibroid, which was not very large. The doctor said I needed surgery, but I declined at the time. I want to know the treatment methods for multiple uterine fibroids. Are uterine fibroids serious?Doctor's answer:
The uterus, subjected to long-term stimulation by estrogen, can lead to the recurring occurrence of uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids are a common condition among middle-aged and elderly women, making it a prevalent disease in the female population.Recommendation: Seek treatment from a specialist doctor at a local public hospital. Clinical diagnosis typically involves surgical removal of uterine fibroids, which has two methods:
1. Traditional surgery: This involves making a large incision on the abdomen to remove the tumor, and in some cases, the uterus may need to be removed.
2. Minimally invasive surgery: This involves making several small incisions on the abdomen and inserting instruments to perform the surgery.
Of course, if the minimally invasive surgery cannot be completed smoothly, it may be converted to a traditional surgical incision midway.