What should I do if I have uterine fibroids?

Patient's question:

Age
Detailed medical history and purpose of consultation: Using light therapy for uterine fibroids
Duration of current illness: 1 year
Current general condition: Still okay
Medical history: Never had serious illnesses
Previous diagnoses and treatment history and effectiveness: None
Auxiliary examinations: Ultrasound

Doctor's answer:

The treatment of uterine fibroids depends on the patient's age, fertility requirements, symptoms, the size, location, number of fibroids, and the patient's overall health condition. If the fibroids are small, asymptomatic, especially in women near menopause with low sex hormone levels, the fibroids can often shrink or gradually disappear on their own. Follow-up visits every 3-6 months are recommended. If the fibroids continue to grow or significant symptoms appear, further treatment should be considered.
The traditional method for treating uterine fibroids is through open surgery, which involves large incisions and a slower recovery. In contrast, laparoscopic surgery, a new technology, has many advantages. It features smaller incisions, less patient pain, and a faster recovery.
Advantages of laparoscopic surgery for treating uterine fibroids:
- Minimal surgical trauma
- Less postoperative pain, especially beneficial for women who have not been pregnant
- Quick recovery
- Ability to eat semi-liquid foods and walk on the day after surgery
- Discharge typically within 3 days post-surgery
- Return to normal life within 1 week after the procedure