Multiple uterine fibroids currently, but without surgery, what methods are available?

Patient's question:

Nearly 10 years

Doctor's answer:

Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are the most common benign tumors of the female reproductive system. Most are asymptomatic, while a few may present with symptoms such as vaginal bleeding, palpable abdominal masses, and compression symptoms. The exact cause of this condition is unclear, and modern Western medicine primarily relies on hormone therapy or surgical treatment, with no other ideal therapies available. Minimally invasive surgery is currently the most effective method for treating uterine fibroids. The surgeon makes three small incisions, each about 5 millimeters in size, in hidden areas of the patient's abdomen and inserts a laparoscope. Through a television monitor connected to the laparoscope, the surgeon can clearly observe the magnified interior of the abdomen and operate on the equipment located outside the patient's body to perform the treatment. The surgery does not require an abdominal incision, has minimal trauma, and allows for rapid recovery.
Dietary and lifestyle precautions should be followed:
1. Maintain a light diet and avoid foods that may exacerbate symptoms, such as mutton, shrimp, crabs, eel, salted fish, and black fish.
2. Avoid spicy foods and drinks, such as chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, raw onions, raw garlic, and baijiu (strong alcohol).
3. Refrain from consuming foods with heating properties, blood-clotting effects, or hormonal components, such as longan, jujubes, donkey-hide glue, and royal jelly.