Patient's question:
What situations require treatment for uterine fibroids? What happens if uterine fibroids are left untreated? Do uterine fibroids disappear on their own?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, women with uterine fibroids can become pregnant if the size of the fibroids is less than 4 centimeters in diameter. However, if the fibroids have grown to a diameter greater than 4 centimeters before pregnancy, they may increase the risk of enlargement during pregnancy, degeneration, and miscarriage or premature birth. Alternatively, if the fibroids are less than 4 centimeters in diameter but are located in an unfavorable position, such as within the uterine cavity, on the cervix, or compressing the fallopian tubes, leading to infertility, it is best to have the fibroids surgically removed before becoming pregnant.