How often should I check for uterine fibroids?

Many women with uterine fibroids are asked to have a follow-up examination after treatment. This is because although uterine fibroids are benign tumors, if they are not treated thoroughly, they may still cause women to suffer from many gynecological diseases, such as increased vaginal discharge, abdominal lumps, irregular menstruation, etc. Therefore, you should pay attention to follow-up examination after treating uterine fibroids. So how often should you follow-up examination for uterine fibroids? What are the common review methods?

The best time to check uterine fibroids: This disease, also known as uterine leiomyoma, is the most common benign tumor of the female reproductive system. Because it may cause harm such as irregular menstruation, abdominal lumps, compression symptoms, pain and increased leucorrhea, it is necessary to diagnose and treat it immediately after any abnormality is found. Generally, gynecological examinations are best performed 3-7 days after the menstruation ends in order to determine the treatment plan.

When is the best time to check for uterine fibroids? Gynecologists introduce the commonly used diagnostic methods for uterine fibroids:

1. Ultrasonic examination: B-ultrasound examination is more common in China. The accuracy rate of identifying fibroids can reach 93.1%. It can show that the uterus is enlarged and irregular in shape; the number, location, size of the fibroids and whether the fibroids are uniform or liquefied and cystic; and whether there is compression of other organs around them.

2. Detect the uterine cavity: Use a probe to measure the uterine cavity. Intramural fibroids or submucosal fibroids often cause the uterine cavity to enlarge and deform. Therefore, a uterine probe can be used to detect the size and direction of the uterine cavity. Comparing it with the findings in a biphasic clinic can help determine the nature of the mass. At the same time, it can be used to understand whether there is a mass in the cavity and its location.

Uterine fibroids are common in women of childbearing age, most commonly between 30 and 50 years old. They grow particularly rapidly in a high estrogen environment, while they gradually shrink after menopause. Patients with fibroids often have ovarian congestion, swelling, and excessive endometrial hyperplasia. So when is the best time to have surgery for uterine fibroids?

If patients with uterine fibroids do not have obvious symptoms and do not feel any discomfort, they do not need treatment, but they must monitor their condition regularly. Go to the hospital for regular check-ups. If any symptoms occur, go to the hospital for consultation and examination in time. To prevent the malignant transformation of fibroids. Early diagnosis and early treatment.