Do fibroids have to be surgically removed?

Uterine fibroids do not necessarily need to be removed surgically, but need to be considered according to the patient’s specific situation, such as fertility needs, size, type of fibroid, symptoms, etc. Whether surgery is needed is based on the patient’s specific situation. Fibroids are mostly detected during ultrasound examination of the uterine adnexa, and patients may not have obvious clinical symptoms. Whether fibroids need to be surgically removed or not needs to be judged according to the size of fibroids, clinical symptoms and other aspects. Clinically, if the size of fibroid is less than 5cm and there is no obvious symptom, there is no need for surgical treatment. However, if the size of fibroid is more than 5cm, or if the fibroid is multiple, or even if the fibroid grows too fast in a short period of time, it is recommended to undergo surgical resection. In addition, some women with uterine fibroids need surgery if they experience symptoms such as increased menstrual flow, prolonged menstrual period, severe abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, etc., and the effect of medication is not obvious. For women with uterine fibroids, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time, and after the doctor’s consultation, according to the woman’s specific situation to determine whether the need for surgical treatment.