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Hello, this is Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic. # Uterine Fibroids, Why Do They Keep Growing? How to Read Body Signals When you hear the news during a health checkup that "a fibroid has formed in your uterus," many women are naturally flustered. Thoughts like "What on earth is this?", "Why did this happen to me?", and "What is the reason uterine fibroid size keeps growing?" will come to mind first. Uterine myomas (fibroids) are common benign tumors found in 1 in 3 women of childbearing age, and are known to be present in 40-50% of women in their late 30s to early 40s. Although initially asymptomatic, over time they can cause various discomforts such as heavy menstrual bleeding, severe menstrual cramps, pelvic pressure, frequent urination, and constipation, diminishing overall quality of life. 💡 **[Core Answer]** Top 3 most common causes of **why uterine fibroid size grows**: ① Female hormone imbalance / ② Blood circulation stagnation around the uterus / ③ Excessive stress and improper lifestyle habits. Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic treats the root of symptoms through **constitutional improvement** treatment approaches, helping the uterus regain its natural self-healing strength. ## Could My Uterus Be No Exception? Why Uterine Fibroids Grow Unnoticed Uterine fibroids are benign tumors originating from uterine smooth muscle. While the exact cause has not yet been fully elucidated, various factors are reported to interact and influence the growth of uterine fibroids. The most core factors cited are the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. Uterine fibroids are estrogen-dependent tumors; fibroid size tends to decrease after menopause, while hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause fibroids to grow. In Korean medicine, uterine fibroids were referred to as 'jeongha' (癥瘕), 'jeokchui' (積聚), or 'seokha' (石瘕), and are viewed as occurring when blood stasis (瘀血, metabolic waste) and damp-phlegm (濕痰) accumulate within the uterus, impeding smooth Qi and blood circulation. This is understood not as a simple lump, but as the result of bodily imbalance. In particular, stress induces Qi stagnation, obstructing blood circulation, which significantly affects the formation of uterine blood stasis. ## Uterine Fibroids, Is Korean Medical Treatment Truly Effective? In treating uterine fibroids, the Korean medical approach focuses on restoring uterine health and improving root causes. This goes beyond simply reducing fibroid size to helping the uterus maintain healthy function on its own. Many people worry that taking herbal medicine might actually enlarge fibroids, but proper Korean medical treatment helps suppress angiogenesis around uterine fibroids and blocks unnecessary nutrient supplies, halting fibroid growth. A domestic study published in \<Frontiers in Pharmacology\> in 2019 by a research team from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine and Keimyung University School of Medicine revealed that a traditional herbal formula called Gyejibongnyeong-Hwan (GBH) inhibits human uterine myoma cell (hUtMC) proliferation and induces apoptosis. This in vitro study supports previous clinical study results suggesting GBH effectively improves uterine fibroid size and reduces abnormal hormone levels. The researchers concluded that Gyejibongnyeong-Hwan is an effective traditional herbal medicine for treating women's diseases. Furthermore, a systematic review and meta-analysis published in \<Annals of Palliative Medicine\> in 2021 evaluated the effects of herbal formulas containing Ejiao (아교) or Velveting Deer Antler (녹용) on uterine fibroid management. Analyzing a total of 844 uterine fibroid patients across 9 studies, combination therapy with herbal medicine (including Ejiao and deer antler) showed more significant effects in reducing uterine fibroid and uterine volume and improving related symptoms compared to Western medication (mifepristone) monotherapy (SMD: 0.59, 95% CI: 0.33 to 0.85). Moreover, the incidence of adverse reactions was lower in the herbal combination group. Researchers concluded that herbal prescriptions containing Ejiao or deer antler are effective in reducing fibroid size, improving symptoms, and lowering estrogen (E2) and progesterone levels. Based on these data, Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic implements constitutional improvement treatments focused on regulating hormone balance and improving the uterine environment, which influence fibroid occurrence and growth. ## Uterine Fibroids: Creating a Body Where Fibroids No Longer Grow Through Fundamental Constitutional Improvement Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic's uterine fibroid treatment goes beyond simply removing uterine fibroids to focus on **constitutional improvement** that corrects the bodily imbalance at the root of symptoms. Rather than forcibly suppressing symptoms, our goal is to build a body where the uterus does not lose its health again. We understand that traditional diagnoses such as 'a cold uterus' or 'accumulated blood stasis' are ultimately signals manifested in a woman's body. These serve as warning lights triggered when excessive stress, poor dietary habits, and circulatory issues collapse the autonomic nervous system and gut-brain axis. At Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic Incheon Branch, precise diagnosis and 1-on-1 personalized consultation identify the patient's constitution, fibroid type, and symptom severity. We then prescribe herbal medicine tailored to improve uterine blood circulation, clear blood stasis and damp-phlegm, and regulate hormone balance. We also combine acupuncture, moxibustion, and pharmacopuncture to promote Qi and blood circulation around the uterus and foster a healthy uterine environment. Such processes are effective in slowing fibroid growth rates, reducing size, and alleviating accompanying symptoms like menstrual pain or heavy bleeding. This constitutional improvement treatment can have positive impacts particularly for women experiencing infertility or menstrual cramps together. Many visitors to Incheon women's health Korean medicine clinics reclaim healthy uteruses through Dalimchae's meticulous care. ### Could I Also Have Uterine Fibroids? Uterine Health Checklist If 3 or more of the following items apply to you, you should suspect uterine fibroids and consult a professional: * Menstrual volume has suddenly increased or periods have become longer. * Menstrual cramps are getting increasingly severe and not well controlled by painkillers. * Intermenstrual (breakthrough) bleeding frequently occurs outside of periods. * The lower abdomen always feels heavy and firm to the touch. * Urinary or bowel discomforts such as frequent urination, residual urine sensation, or constipation have occurred. * Lower back pain or pelvic pain frequently appears. * Discomfort, pain, or bleeding occurs during sexual intercourse. * Pregnancy is difficult to achieve or miscarriages repeat. **Judgment Criteria:** * **3+ items apply:** Suspected possibility of uterine fibroids. Consider detailed examination at Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic Incheon Branch. * **5+ items apply:** High probability that fibroid symptoms are progressing; immediate clinic visit and precise diagnosis are recommended. ## FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Uterine Fibroids **Q. Do uterine fibroids always require surgery?** A. Uterine fibroids are benign tumors, and surgery is not necessary in every case. If asymptomatic or small in size, observation with regular checkups is sufficient. When symptoms are severe or fibroids grow rapidly, medical treatment, non-surgical treatment, or surgery can be considered. Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic provides Korean medical treatment that preserves the uterus without surgery while suppressing fibroid growth and improving symptoms. **Q. Can uterine fibroid size shrink through herbal medicine intake?** A. Yes, multiple studies report that herbal medicine is effective in reducing uterine fibroid size. In particular, herbal prescriptions that dissolve blood stasis and improve uterine blood circulation help suppress fibroid growth and promote shrinkage. Customized prescriptions are made according to individual constitution and fibroid status. **Q. Can uterine fibroids be a cause of infertility?** A. Yes, depending on the location and size of uterine fibroids, they can deform the uterine cavity or affect the implantation environment, causing infertility. In particular, submucosal fibroids are known to be closely related to infertility and recurrent miscarriage. Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic's Korean medical treatment helps improve the uterine environment and increase pregnancy potential. **Q. Do uterine fibroids naturally disappear after menopause?** A. Because uterine fibroids are influenced by female hormones, hormone levels decrease after menopause, causing most fibroids to shrink in size. However, since they may not completely disappear or symptoms can persist post-menopause, proper management through professional examination is necessary. Uterine fibroids are not problems solved by enduring. You no longer need to ignore the bodily signals sent for a long time. Approached in the right direction, the body responds faster than you think. Bring your current symptoms as they are. Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic will help you find the causes together. Where life blossoms. Herbal medicine is Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic. Check your similar symptoms first through Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic's homepage AI consultation! This article is based on frequently asked questions in the treatment room, health information compiled together by Dalimchae medical staff. 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