Why is there pain and distension on the left side of my lower abdomen?

Because female friends have complex body structures, they always have problems of one kind or another. Sometimes they experience unexplained bloating and pain on the left side of their abdomen. Many people simply think that it may be caused by improper eating. In fact, when this symptom occurs, there are many reasons. The following is some knowledge about this aspect that the editor has collected for everyone.

There are many reasons for bloating and pain on the left side of the lower abdomen. Generally speaking, bloating and pain on the left side of the lower abdomen is likely caused by ovarian cysts. Ovarian cysts refer to masses filled with fluid in the uterus. Less than 5% of people with ovarian cysts will develop cancer. All ovarian cysts are functional cysts, which means that the developing egg may be surrounded by cystic fluid, causing the ovary to swell and cause dull pain on the left side of the lower abdomen.

Other causes of left side abdominal pain include:

1. The most common cause of chronic lower abdominal distension and pain among gynecological diseases is chronic pelvic inflammatory disease. Some cases develop into chronic disease due to incomplete treatment of acute pelvic inflammatory disease; some cases are chronic from the beginning and often develop acutely after fatigue, exercise or sexual intercourse.

2. Malignant tumors of the genitals often present with a slow onset and then gradual worsening.

3. If you experience periodic dull pain on one side of your lower abdomen between two menstrual periods, you should consider ovulation pain;

4. Periodic lower abdominal pain without menstruation can be seen in postoperative uterine cavity and cervical adhesions;

5. When cervical erosion is severe or uterine prolapse is severe, dull pain in the lower abdomen may also occur, radiating to the lumbar region;

6. Unexplained lower abdominal distension and pain. Patients often feel obvious abdominal pain, but the doctor's examination does not find any abnormalities. Only under laparoscopy can it be confirmed that it is a pelvic venous congestion.

After reading these reasons for lower abdominal bloating and pain, I believe you understand that this condition is not a trivial matter. If this condition occurs frequently, you must go to the hospital for examination in time, because it is very likely a distress signal sent by your body. Timely feedback and prompt treatment are the most appropriate practices.