Do uterine fibroids need to be removed? Can I still get pregnant if I have uterine fibroids?

Uterine fibroids are currently common gynecological tumors. Only active and effective treatment can increase the possibility of cure. So, do you know how much uterine fibroids should be removed? What are the dangers of pregnancy with uterine fibroids?

If the size of the uterine fibroid is more than 3 cm and the blood supply is rich, surgery should be performed as soon as possible. If it is multiple uterine fibroids, generally less than 3, and the largest is less than 8 cm, laparoscopic surgery can be performed; whether to have surgery, postpone pregnancy plans, or the most suitable doctor's analysis and judgment. It is recommended to go to a specialist hospital for examination and formulate a treatment plan according to the situation.

Surgery is required if the following conditions occur: a uterus smaller than 10 weeks of pregnancy; uterine fibroids combined with infertility; rapid growth of fibroids in a short period of time, in addition to malignant changes; cervical fibroids and uterine submucosal fibroids; uterine fibroids and ovarian tumors cannot be distinguished; there are discomfort symptoms that affect the patient's life, such as anemia, frequent urination, abdominal distension, etc.

In addition, uterine fibroids are also more dangerous because the experience of the tumor will change as the pregnancy progresses. Some fibroids will change location, some will increase in size, and some fibroids will cause abdominal pain and uterine contractions due to tissue congestion and embolism after pregnancy. When fibroids grow or degenerate rapidly, it is not conducive to the growth and development of the fetus, leading to natural or repeated miscarriages. If a series of problems occur during pregnancy, it may lead to early pregnancy miscarriage and may cause difficult delivery during delivery. In addition, during pregnancy, fibroids affected by hormones may continue to grow, red sample changes, and cause acute abdominal pain, fever, etc.

Generally speaking, if the uterine fibroids are less than 5CM, drug treatment can control the growth of fibroids. If they are larger than 5CM, surgical treatment is recommended. Generally speaking, a single fibroid can be removed surgically. If the fibroids are multiple and the patient has not entered menopause, it is recommended to remove the uterus to prevent the growth of fibroids.