What causes uterine fibroids and how to treat them

The causes of uterine fibroids are complex and diverse, the main causes include unhealthy lifestyle, obesity, hormone levels and genetic factors.

1. Reasons

1. Unhealthy lifestyle: Unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, stress and other lifestyle factors may also increase the risk of uterine fibroids.

2. Obesity: Obese women have higher estrogen levels in their bodies, which also increases the risk of uterine fibroids.

3. Hormone levels: Estrogen and progesterone are the main factors that promote the growth of uterine fibroids. Changes in these hormone levels, such as high hormone levels during pregnancy and before menopause, may promote the growth of fibroids.

4. Genetic factors: Uterine fibroids have a certain genetic tendency. If there is a history of uterine fibroids in a direct relative, the risk of women developing fibroids may increase.

II. Treatment

1. Drug treatment: Drug treatment is mainly used to relieve symptoms and shrink fibroids, including hormone drugs, contraceptives and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, etc. These drugs can reduce menstrual bleeding and pain, but usually cannot completely eliminate fibroids.

2. Surgical treatment: For fibroids with severe symptoms or ineffective drug treatment, surgical treatment can be chosen. Common surgical methods include: hysterectomy, myomectomy, minimally invasive treatment, etc.

3. Other therapies: Traditional Chinese medicine treatment, diet conditioning and lifestyle changes can also be used as auxiliary treatments to help improve symptoms and prevent the recurrence of fibroids.

When treating uterine fibroids, a personalized treatment plan should be developed based on the patient's age, reproductive needs, symptom severity, and fibroid characteristics. At the same time, regular checkups and follow-ups are very important to monitor changes in the fibroids and the effectiveness of treatment. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, exercising appropriately, controlling weight, and reducing stress can help reduce the risk of the occurrence and recurrence of uterine fibroids.