Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose:: Hospitalized due to heavy bleeding from uterine fibroids, with a tumor size of 3 cm. I don't know whether it's better to have the entire uterus removed or to preserve the cervix? What are the pros and cons?Current general condition:
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Doctor's answer:
Uterine bleeding is the main symptom of uterine fibroids, occurring in half or more of the patients. Among them, cyclical bleeding (excessive menstrual flow, prolonged menstrual period, or shortened menstrual cycle) is more common, accounting for about 2/3; while non-cyclical (persistent or irregular) bleeding accounts for 1/3. The bleeding is mainly caused by intramural fibroids and submucosal fibroids. Cyclical bleeding is more common in intramural fibroids. The bleeding rates for submucosal, intramural, and subserosal fibroids are 100%, 74%, and 36%, respectively.Methods for treating uterine fibroids include Western medicine treatment, medication, surgical treatment, traditional Chinese medicine treatment, syndrome differentiation and treatment, and home remedies. Therefore, the specific situation should be further determined, and corresponding measures should be taken. It is recommended to seek medical attention at a regular hospital as early as possible. Wishing you good health!