What are the symptoms of uterine fibroids?

Uterine fibroids have the potential to become malignant, so in order to better ensure their reproductive health, female friends must pay attention to preventing malignant changes in uterine fibroids, especially if they find an increase in menstrual vaginal discharge, a lump in the abdomen, or frequent back pain, they must be vigilant.

1. Enlargement of the uterine cavity : The presence of fibroids in the uterus will cause the uterine cavity to become larger, which in turn will cause the area of ​​the endometrium to be stretched, seriously affecting the contraction function of the uterus or causing excessive endometrial hyperplasia.

2. Increased vaginal discharge: The presence of fibroids in the uterus and under the mucosa may lead to changes in menstruation, mainly manifested as prolonged menstruation and excessive menstruation. In particular, the presence of fibroids within the muscle wall will lead to accelerated secretion of endometrial glands and increased leucorrhea. If myoma appears under the mucosa, it is easy to get infected, causing necrosis, producing purulent and bloody secretions, and making the leucorrhea have a foul odor.

3. Abdominal mass : If the mass grows too quickly, it will appear as an obvious palpable mass in the middle of the lower abdomen. This mass is hard in texture and is easier to detect, especially in the early morning when the bladder is full.

4. Abnormal defecation and urination : If the fibroids are large or grow in a special place, such as the cervix, broad ligament, etc., it will squeeze the adjacent pelvic organs and cause this type of clinical symptoms. The main symptoms include constipation, increased urination frequency, increased residual urine, hydronephrosis and ureteral displacement.

5. Lower back and abdominal pain: The pain symptoms mainly occur in the lower abdomen, with a feeling of heaviness and lower back pain.