What is the treatment for uterine fibroids?

Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumors in the female reproductive organs and one of the most common tumors in the human body. They are formed by the proliferation of uterine smooth muscle cells, with a small amount of fibrous connective tissue as a supporting tissue.

Treatments for uterine fibroids include the following:

1. Expectant treatment: For patients with small fibroids and no symptoms, they can choose to observe regularly and wait for the fibroids to subside naturally.

2. Drug treatment: For women with mild symptoms or approaching menopause, drugs such as gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist GnRHa, mifepristone, danazol, etc. can be used for treatment. The purpose of drug treatment is to shrink uterine fibroids and improve symptoms, but fibroids will grow again after stopping the drug, so it is mainly used for patients who are not suitable or unwilling to undergo surgery.

3. Surgical treatment: For patients with severe symptoms, large fibroids, and ineffective drug treatment, surgical treatment can be chosen. Surgical methods include abdominal surgery, hysteroscopic surgery, vaginal surgery, etc. The purpose of surgical treatment is to remove the fibroids or the entire uterus to achieve the purpose of treatment and symptom relief.

4. Other treatments: such as radiofrequency ablation surgery, traditional Chinese medicine treatment, etc., are also one of the treatment methods for uterine fibroids. Radiofrequency ablation surgery is suitable for smaller fibroids, while traditional Chinese medicine treatment emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment. The general principle is to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, soften and disperse nodules, and supplement the body.

The above are the treatment methods for uterine fibroids. The specific treatment method should be selected according to the patient's specific situation and the doctor's advice. Patients should maintain a positive attitude and cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan in order to recover soon.