I had quite a few uterine fibroids, so I underwent laparoscopic surgery.

It has been 9 years since I gave birth to my second child. Although I’ve been getting health checkups every two years, I never specialized in gynecological examinations.
Each time, I only underwent cervical cancer screening, and since there were no abnormalities, I didn’t think much of ultrasound examinations.
However, due to severe vaginal discharge, I decided to include an ultrasound during a routine health checkup. That’s when I was told that I had quite a few uterine fibroids.
There was also a possibility of a tumor near my ovaries turning cancerous, so I underwent laparoscopic surgery. It’s now the third day post-surgery.
I made the mistake of thinking that the abnormal bleeding, abdominal bloating, and back pain were just typical symptoms from working too hard.
I also learned that severe or intense exercise and certain health-boosting foods could actually make fibroids grow larger.
I didn’t realize that some actions meant to promote health could turn out to be harmful for me.
Still, I’m glad that I had the checkup and was able to get surgery done in time.
I strongly believe that women should make gynecological checkups as routine as regular dental exams to prevent bigger health issues.
To all women: take care of your body because proper care leads to a happy future.