Does a uterine fibroid of 11x10mm require surgery?

Does a uterine fibroid of 11x10mm require surgery?

Uterine fibroids 11×10 mm, if there are no symptoms or pregnancy needs, no surgery is required. If there are symptoms or if pregnancy is affected and there is a tendency for malignant changes, surgery is required.

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Uterine fibroids are benign tumors formed by the proliferation of uterine smooth muscle tissue. If the volume is 11×10 mm, it is considered relatively small. Most uterine fibroids have no clinical symptoms. If women do not have fertility plans and do not need surgery, they can be temporarily observed.

A small number of uterine fibroids may cause menstrual abnormalities, manifested as increased menstrual volume, prolonged menstruation, etc. In this case, surgical treatment is required. If a woman needs to become pregnant, uterine fibroids may affect the implantation of the fertilized egg, leading to female infertility, and surgical removal is also required. A small number of uterine fibroids may have malignant tendencies, in which case surgery is also required as soon as possible.

After uterine fibroid surgery, you should pay attention to personal hygiene and refrain from sexual intercourse and bathing within three months. During the postoperative recovery period, you should eat more foods rich in vitamins and proteins, and avoid heavy physical labor within six months after surgery.