Patient's question:
What are the early symptoms of uterine fibroids?Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids can manifest in various ways depending on the location of the growth. Symptoms may include heavy menstrual bleeding, prolonged periods, shorter cycles, intermittent bleeding, or in some cases, no symptoms at all, with the condition only occasionally discovered during pelvic examinations. Common symptoms include changes in menstruation, abdominal pain, lower back pain, a sensation of heaviness or fullness in the lower abdomen, abdominal masses, increased vaginal discharge, pressure symptoms, infertility, and secondary anemia.Treatment Methods: Uterine fibroids are prone to recurrence and enlargement, and medication can also cause side effects. Therefore, non-surgical, non-pharmacological methods should be considered for treating uterine fibroids.
1. Watchful Waiting: The patient does not need medical intervention and can undergo regular follow-up observations. After menopause, when estrogen and progesterone levels significantly decline in women, the fibroids may shrink, and symptoms will improve. This method is suitable for women with small fibroids, no significant symptoms, and who are close to menopause. The fibroids will no longer grow in these patients.