What to do if uterine fibroids hurt

Uterine fibroids are generally painless, but if they are large, they may cause abdominal pain, and they may also cause pain when they become red. Therefore, if you have uterine fibroids, you must go to the hospital in time, and make a comprehensive assessment based on the size of the fibroids, symptoms, and the nature of the pain, and then choose the appropriate method for treatment. If necessary, you can use surgical resection to treat it, and after the operation, you must closely observe whether your body has any abnormal symptoms. At the same time, you should also go to the hospital for regular checkups, and do not eat foods containing hormones to avoid recurrence of fibroids.

Drugs for the treatment of uterine fibroids

The drugs used to treat uterine fibroids are mainly used to alleviate symptoms or reduce the size of uterine fibroids. Generally speaking, if it is intramural fibroids or submucosal fibroids that cause heavy menstrual flow, the drugs used for treatment at this time can be androgens, or hemostatic drugs can be taken during menstruation. They can counteract estrogen and shrink the endometrium, which can reduce bleeding during surgery. In addition, mifepristone can be used, but this drug will cause early menopause, so it is generally suitable for perimenopausal women.

Can uterine fibroids cause amenorrhea?

Uterine fibroids generally do not cause amenorrhea, but they may have a certain impact on the menstrual cycle, menstrual volume, and menstrual period. If menstruation suddenly stops, the first thing to do is to check whether you are pregnant. If you are not pregnant, and your menstruation is delayed for more than a week, it may be related to endocrine disorders or other reasons. You can do some tests such as B-ultrasound and sex hormones to determine the cause of amenorrhea and then adjust it. Eat and live regularly and avoid spicy and irritating foods. You can take medications to regulate menstruation as prescribed by your doctor and observe. At the same time, you should also treat uterine fibroids in a timely manner and check the size of uterine fibroids regularly.