What are the symptoms of uterine fibroids?
The uterus is an important organ in the female reproductive system, the "cradle" and "palace" that nurtures life, and the foundation for a perfect family. However, it is also a "troubled area." When you neglect its protection, it can develop diseases that harm your health, and in severe cases, even endanger your life.
Uterine fibroids are common benign gynecological tumors that occur more frequently in women aged 30-50, especially in women of childbearing age. They are formed by the proliferation of uterine smooth muscle cells and connective tissue and are estrogen-dependent tumors. Although most of them are benign, this does not mean they cannot become malignant. If not treated in time, the consequences can be quite serious.
So, what are the symptoms of uterine fibroids?
[1] Abdominal pain and presence of a lump: Often accompanied by lower abdominal heaviness, lower back soreness, abdominal distension, palpable mass in the lower abdomen, with a feeling of heaviness.
[2] Frequent urination and painful urination: The growth of fibroids at the front or back may compress the bladder, urethra, or rectum, causing frequent urination, difficulty in urination, urinary retention, or constipation.
[3] Increased vaginal discharge: Increased vaginal discharge is one of the basic symptoms of gynecological diseases. In the case of uterine fibroids, there will be a large amount of purulent bloody discharge and necrotic tissue excretion with an odor.
[4] Changes in menstruation: This is the most common symptom of uterine fibroids, manifested as changes in the menstrual cycle and irregular vaginal bleeding.
[5] Infertility and anemia: Fibroids can cause deformation of the fallopian tubes, leading to infertility; long-term heavy menstruation can lead to anemia in patients.
Gynecological experts introduce: There are many methods for treating uterine fibroids. Medication treatment is only suitable for those with mild symptoms, nearing menopausal age, or with overall conditions unsuitable for surgery. For those who do not require preservation of fertility or are suspected of having malignancy, a hysterectomy can be performed. However, removing the uterus is not the best method because after the uterus is removed, the blood supply to the ovaries decreases by about 50%, affecting the normal function of the ovaries, and may even lead to premature ovarian failure. This brings a certain amount of mental pressure to women and affects their quality of life.
Our hospital uses advanced hysteroscopy and laparoscopy instruments to perform minimally invasive surgeries that preserve the uterus while removing fibroids. This surgery does not require opening the abdomen, nor does it require the removal of the uterus, making it the preferred method for patients with uterine fibroids. The surgery requires only three small incisions (about 0.5cm~1cm) on the patient's abdomen. The endoscope is inserted into the body and connected to a television monitoring screen. Doctors can clearly observe the magnified situation inside the abdomen through the monitor connected to the laparoscope, accurately removing the uterine fibroid. This greatly reduces surgical trauma, shortens operation time, lowers postoperative complications, and after some recovery, the patient's abdomen will not have large scars, maintaining the beauty of the abdomen. At the same time, it can preserve the uterus' fertility, allowing patients to walk normally after surgery and ensuring their quality of life.
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