There is a hard lump when pressing on the left lower abdomen of a woman

Many women find lumps in their abdomen. There are many possible reasons why a lump may be found when pressing on the lower left abdomen of a woman. It is difficult to make an accurate judgment based on a single symptom. We need to have a comprehensive understanding of the possible causes, and then make a comprehensive judgment based on our other symptoms, so that we can come to a final theory. Next, let’s look at the main reasons why women feel lumps when pressing on their lower left abdomen.

Causes of lower abdominal mass

1. Peritoneal inflammation

If the abdominal organs or tissues become inflamed, an abscess may form, which can feel like a lump when touched. Such as perihepatorenal abscess and periappendiceal abscess. Mesenteric lymph node tuberculosis, etc.

2. Tumor

A lump in the lower abdomen is related to tumors in the uterus, ovaries, and intestines. For example, benign ovarian tumors such as uterine fibroids and ovarian fibromas have lumps with smooth or nodular surfaces and good mobility. If the tumor grows rapidly, you should be highly vigilant as it may be caused by a malignant tumor. Moreover, if it develops to the late stage, it will be accompanied by symptoms such as anemia and weight loss.

3. Cyst

Common diseases include polycystic kidney, urachal cyst, hydronephrosis, ovarian cyst, etc. However, this lump is round or oval, with a smooth surface and a sense of fluctuation.

4. Physiological mass

This is not caused by any disease, but rather by one's own physiological reasons that cause the lower abdomen to appear swollen. Such as the muscle bulge between two tendon lines, lumbar protrusion through the abdominal wall, visceral prolapse or congenital displacement, etc.

What examinations should be done if there is a mass in the lower abdomen?

Abdominal masses are primarily detected by palpation. When palpating, attention should be paid to the location, size, shape, texture, tenderness and movement of the mass. Then, based on the palpation situation, X-ray angiography, B-ultrasound, CT, magnetic resonance imaging, endoscopy, etc. are used for auxiliary examination to find out the cause of the disease.