How to control the growth of uterine fibroids

Controlling the growth of uterine fibroids can be achieved through regular review, drug intervention, diet adjustment, improvement of living habits, surgical treatment, etc. Uterine fibroids may be related to abnormal hormone levels, genetic factors, inflammatory stimulation and other factors. They usually present with symptoms such as abnormal menstruation and bloating in the lower abdomen.

1. Regular review

It is recommended to have an ultrasound every 3-6 months to monitor changes in fibroid size and location. If fibroids are slow-growing and asymptomatic, observation may be all that is needed. During the review, you need to focus on whether the fibroids are compressing the bladder or rectum, and whether they are causing complications such as anemia. If the menstrual cycle is irregular or the amount of menstrual flow increases, follow-up visits should be made in time.

2. Drug intervention

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogs such as leuprolide injection, or anti-progestin drugs such as mifepristone tablets can be used under the guidance of a doctor. These drugs inhibit fibroid growth by regulating estrogen levels, but should not be used long-term. Traditional Chinese medicines such as Guizhi Fuling Capsules can also assist in conditioning and need to be used in conjunction with TCM syndrome differentiation.

3. Adjust your diet

Reduce your intake of red meat, animal fats, and high-estrogen foods such as royal jelly. Increasing cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage and other foods rich in indole-3-carbinol can help estrogen metabolism. Appropriate supplementation of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as flaxseed and deep-sea fish may help inhibit inflammatory reactions.

4. Improve living habits

Maintain a regular schedule to avoid staying up late, and do aerobic exercise such as brisk walking, swimming, etc. 3-5 times a week. Control your weight within a normal range. Obesity may aggravate hormone disorders. Excessive long-term stress will affect endocrine balance. Stress can be relieved through meditation, deep breathing and other methods.

5. Surgical treatment

For fibroids that are larger than 5 cm in diameter, grow rapidly, or cause severe symptoms, myomectomy or uterine artery embolization may be considered. Minimally invasive methods such as focused ultrasound ablation are suitable for patients who wish to preserve their uterus. Regular follow-up is still required after surgery to prevent recurrence.

Daily attention should be paid to recording menstrual cycles and changes in menstrual flow, and avoiding the use of estrogen-containing health products or cosmetics. If you experience symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal bleeding, or difficulty urinating, you should seek medical attention immediately. Maintain moderate exercise to strengthen your body, but avoid strenuous exercise or abdominal pressure. The diet should be light, limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine, and drink moderate amounts of soy milk and other soy products with low phytoestrogen content.