Uterine Fibroids: A Comprehensive Overview of Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that develop from the muscular tissue of the uterus. The causes can be diverse, but the main ones include hormonal changes, genetic predisposition, and exposure to estrogens. Here are some common causes and signs of uterine fibroids:

Causes of uterine fibroids:

1. Hormonal changes: Estrogen levels can increase during different periods of a woman's life, such as during pregnancy or before menopause, which can contribute to the development of fibroids.

2. Genetic predisposition: In some women, uterine fibroids may develop due to genetic factors if their family members have had the disease.

3. Exposure to estrogens: Prolonged exposure to high levels of estrogen can contribute to the development of fibroids. This can occur when taking certain hormonal medications or in cases of obesity.

Signs of uterine fibroids:

1. Heavy and/or prolonged menstruation.

2. Painful menstruation.

3. Lower abdominal or pelvic pain.

4. A feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen.

5. Pain during sexual intercourse.

6. Frequent urination or painful urination.

7. Signs of anemia, such as weakness or fatigue due to blood loss.

Treatment methods for uterine fibroids:

1. Observation and waiting: Fibroids may not require treatment, especially if they do not cause symptoms or the symptoms are minor.

2. Medication treatment: This may include taking drugs that block estrogen or reduce the size of the fibroids.

3. Surgical treatment: If fibroids cause serious symptoms or health problems, surgical intervention may be required. This can include removing the fibroids (myomectomy), removing the uterus (hysterectomy), or other procedures such as uterine artery embolization.

4. Minimally invasive procedures: These procedures include methods such as laparoscopic myomectomy or myomectomy, which may be less invasive and have a shorter recovery time than open surgery.

Today we will discuss a natural method of treating uterine fibroids using medicinal herbs and medical leeches.

It is important to note that fibroids up to the size of 7-8 weeks are almost always treatable with these methods. Even larger fibroids (up to 12 weeks) can be corrected, leading to a reduction and cessation of further tumor growth. However, fibroids that have reached sizes of 12 weeks and more require surgical intervention.

Herbal treatment includes the use of nonspecific anti-tumor plants, which are aimed at destroying the tumor regardless of its location. This category includes spotted hemlock, marsh cinquefoil, white mistletoe, and red amanita. In most cases, alcoholic (vodka) extracts from these plants are used.

The dosage is administered dropwise depending on the type of herb. It is important to note that these herbs are poisonous, so their use must be very cautious. Another group of anti-tumor herbs used in the treatment of uterine fibroids is called uterotonics. Among such plants, we can distinguish common chandrashura, one-sided ortilia, European bugbane, and some others. These herbs are safe and specifically target uterine tumors.

Another group of anti-tumor plants includes regulators of connective tissue trophics, such as knotgrass (bird's highlander), field horsetail, and lungwort. Immunomodulators and adaptogens, such as spiky eleutherococcus, pink rhodiola, maral root, etc., can also be used in the treatment of uterine fibroids. Special attention is also paid to regulating the menstrual cycle.

For delayed menstruation, tincture of birthwort, decoction of tansy flowers can be used; for painful menstruation - medicinal lady's mantle, pharmacy chamomile, common hops; for early menstruation - common pasqueflower (sleep-grass); for menstruations accompanied by swelling - fragrant jasmine, for atonic uterus - field carnation, common oregano; for heavy menstruation - dioecious nettle, shepherd's purse, common yarrow, Amur barberry.

Comprehensive phytotherapeutic treatment also includes local treatment aimed at enhancing the action of herbs taken internally. Depending on the goals, appropriate plants are selected. For example, for an anti-tumor effect, douching with a decoction of horse sorrel root or clinging bedstraw may be used, for pain reduction - pharmacy chamomile. For tampons, the same medicinal plants are used in the form of decoctions, ointments, and oils.

Hirudotherapy (Leech Therapy) : Hirudotherapy is used to improve blood circulation and reduce inflammation in the pelvic area. Leeches secrete enzymes that help thin the blood and reduce swelling, which can positively affect the symptoms of fibroids

Approaches to Treatment During Menopause: It is important to note that if a woman is in perimenopause or postmenopause, surgical intervention may not be necessary, as fibroids often decrease in size and may "dry up" on their own without surgical treatment due to the natural reduction in estrogen levels.

Bach Flower Remedies: These remedies are used to stabilize emotional states, which is important as emotional stress is often linked to hormonal disorders. I individually select combinations of essences for each patient using the POLAR PS 1000 bioresonance device allowing for precise tailoring of treatment to specific needs.

In conclusion, the choice of treatment method for uterine fibroids should be made individually, taking into account the symptoms, size, and location of the fibroids.