How can women prevent uterine fibroids?

Uterine fibroids, also known as uterine leiomyoma, are the most common benign tumors of the female reproductive organs and are known as the "No. 1 gynecological tumor." Relevant statistics show that about 20% of women of childbearing age may develop uterine fibroids. In recent years, the incidence rate has been on an upward trend, and the age of onset has tended to be younger. Therefore, early prevention of the disease is very important.

1. Properly control your sex life

Unclean or too frequent sexual intercourse may bring hidden dangers to uterine health. Especially when sexual intercourse is unclean, pathogens can enter the uterine cavity through the vagina, causing endometrial infection and even uterine fibroids.

2. Pay attention to hygiene

Women should keep their vulva clean and dry, and wear comfortable, loose cotton underwear. If there is too much secretion, you should wash your vulva, but not too frequently or with a high concentration of washing liquid. Proper vulva cleaning can prevent pathogens from entering the uterus and causing uterine fibroids to a certain extent.

3. Active contraception

Artificial abortion may damage the cervix or uterus and increase the risk of uterine fibroids. Therefore, women should take good contraceptive measures in their daily lives and reduce the number of abortions to reduce the incidence of uterine fibroids.

4. Adjust your diet

Studies have shown that high-fat foods promote the secretion of female estrogen after entering the human body, and the occurrence of uterine fibroids is related to endocrine disorders caused by long-term high estrogen levels. Therefore, patients should adjust their diet structure, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and avoid eating high-fat and spicy foods to reduce the occurrence of uterine fibroids.