Patient's question:
64 years old this year, menopause at 58, went to our local hospital a few days ago to remove an IUD, and the ultrasound revealed calcified uterine fibroids. I had never had an ultrasound before, had no bleeding, and didn't feel any discomfort.Doctor's answer:
Hello, uterine fibroid calcification is caused by impaired blood circulation in the fibroid, where calcium salts are absorbed and deposited by muscle fibers, collagen fibers, or other degenerative substances (such as hyaline material, fat, necrotic portions), forming "nutritional calcification." Uterine fibroids do not require surgical treatment if they are not enlarged; conservative medication treatment is sufficient. If the fibroid is found to be enlarged and is approximately 5 centimeters or larger, surgical treatment is necessary. However, the specific surgical treatment plan still depends on the patient's condition after being examined at the hospital, and symptomatic treatment should be administered based on the tumor's characteristics.