Effect of moxibustion on uterine fibroids

There are many methods for treating uterine fibroids clinically. As we know, uterine fibroids are a benign tumor, and surgical treatment is generally not recommended unless it is absolutely necessary. Therefore, many people in real life choose moxibustion treatment. So is moxibustion effective in treating uterine fibroids? If you choose moxibustion to treat uterine fibroids, which specific parts of the body should be acted on?

Effect of moxibustion on uterine fibroids

Moxibustion is a green therapy that can promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, relax muscles and tendons, and relieve inflammation and pain. Its therapeutic effect is much better than some Chinese and Western medicines. The key is that he can treat himself at home, and it is a low-cost and effective treatment method.

For the treatment of uterine fibroids, after 3-6 months of moxibustion treatment, repeat B-ultrasound examination. If there is a trend of continued growth (the diagnostic criteria of several hospitals are consistent). At the same time, if there are corresponding symptoms, moxibustion should be stopped and surgical treatment should be considered.

If after 3-6 months of moxibustion treatment, your uterine fibroids are gradually shrinking, and you feel good without any corresponding symptoms, or if you had corresponding symptoms in the past and they are gradually alleviating, then moxibustion is suitable for you. Today I have made it clear whether uterine fibroids are suitable for moxibustion. I hope that friends who suffer from this disease can judge the situation for themselves. See if it's right for you?

When it comes to moxibustion treatment of acupoints for uterine fibroids, the most important thing is to use B-ultrasound as the guide. If the location of the uterine fibroid can be directly moxibustioned (heavy moxibustion), the effect should be obvious. If you do gentle moxibustion, the force will be slightly less. When locating the fibroid with moxibustion, the corresponding part of the fibroid should also be moxibustioned, which is the corresponding part of the lower back. At the same time, moxibustion should be combined with moxibustion at Zusanli and Sanyinjiao and different symptoms that appear in the body.

Symptoms of uterine fibroids

1. Menstrual changes are the most common symptoms of uterine fibroids, which can manifest as menstrual changes (i.e. increased menstrual volume, prolonged menstrual period or shortened menstrual cycle) or persistent, irregular bleeding. Among all types of tumors, intramural fibroids and submucosal fibroids are most likely to cause vaginal bleeding, while subserosal fibroids rarely cause menstrual changes.

2. Abdominal masses are often found after uterine fibroids grow out of the pelvic cavity. They are obvious in the early morning when the bladder is full and the stomach is empty. The mass is usually located in the middle of the lower abdomen, is solid, movable, irregular in shape or has an uneven feel, and grows slowly. Subserosal fibroids are more common.

3. Increased vaginal secretions. Intramural fibroids increase the area of ​​the uterine cavity, increase the secretion of endometrial glands, and are accompanied by pelvic congestion, leading to increased leucorrhea. Submucosal fibroids that prolapse into the vagina are susceptible to infection and necrosis on their surface, producing a large amount of purulent and bloody discharge and necrotic tissue discharge, accompanied by a foul odor.

4. Abdominal pain and abdominal prolapse. Acute abdominal pain may occur when subserosal fibroids are twisted. When they turn red, the abdominal pain may be severe and accompanied by fever. Submucosal fibroids stimulate uterine contraction, which may cause lower abdominal distension, back pain, and worsening pain during menstruation.

5. Compression symptoms: As the size of the fibroid increases, it can compress adjacent organs and cause various symptoms, which are especially common in fibroids in the lower segment of the uterine body and cervix. Compression of the bladder can cause frequent urination, difficulty urinating or urinary retention; compression of the rectum can cause difficulty in defecation; in a few cases, broad ligament myomas compress the ureter and cause hydronephrosis; compression of the internal and external iliac veins and nerves can cause lower limb edema or neuralgic pain.

6. Infertility or miscarriage Fibroids compress the fallopian tubes, causing the uterine cavity to deform and hinder the implantation of the fertilized egg. Submucosal fibroids can cause miscarriage.

7. Secondary anemia Excessive menstruation can lead to secondary anemia.

8. Hypoglycemia: Hypoglycemia associated with uterine fibroids is also rare. The main symptoms are low fasting blood sugar, loss of consciousness and even shock. The symptoms can completely disappear after glucose injection. The symptoms of hypoglycemia disappeared completely after tumor resection.