Are uterine fibroids serious? How big is a uterine fibroid considered serious?

How serious are uterine fibroids?

Uterine fibroids can affect pregnancy, and about 25%-40% of patients are infertile. This is related to the size and location of the fibroids. For example, uterine horn fibroids can cause the fallopian tubes to twist and deform, affecting sperm or fertilized eggs, and reducing the chance of conception.

Not all uterine fibroids require treatment and surgery. Most of them only need follow-up visits. However, since uterine fibroids will grow, doctors will still recommend treatment when they reach a certain size. So, how big is a uterine fibroid considered serious?

If the fibroids grow too fast or after menopause, the fibroids will not shrink but grow larger. Generally speaking, fibroids larger than 5.0cm are more serious and need to be removed surgically in time. However, the specific treatment plan needs to be determined based on the individual's age, clinical manifestations and endocrine conditions.

Generally speaking, if the size of the fibroid is more than 3 cm and the blood supply is rich, surgery should be performed as soon as possible. For less serious fibroids, Chinese medicine can be used to treat the fibroids and make them disappear.

Under what circumstances are uterine fibroids serious?

Excessive menstrual bleeding

Due to uterine fibroids, heavy menstrual flow, long menstrual cycles, and long-term excessive menstrual blood loss, patients may develop secondary anemia and even anemic heart disease. In severe cases, symptoms such as general fatigue, pale complexion, shortness of breath, and palpitations are common in submucosal uterine fibroids and intramural uterine fibroids.

In this case, there should be no delay and it is recommended to have surgery at the appropriate time, otherwise it may be life-threatening.