Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried about it affecting my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. Could you please tell me what the specific symptoms of early uterine fibroids are?Doctor's answer:
Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids: Changes in menstruation: Excessive menstrual flow or prolonged menstrual periods, as the fibroids cause the uterus to expand in size, reducing the surface area of the endometrium or causing excessive endometrial thickening, which hinders uterine contraction. The symptoms of uterine fibroids can also manifest as a lower abdominal mass: A lump can be felt in the lower abdomen, the size of a pear, which is more noticeable when the bladder is full in the morning. In some cases, the patient may experience recurrent dysmenorrhea or lower abdominal pain.Controlling Symptoms: If the fibroids grow at the lower end of the uterus, they can cause a sense of pressure. If they press on the bladder, it may lead to difficulty urinating; if they press on the rectum, it may cause difficulty defecating; if they press on the fallopian tubes, it may result in lower back pain, waist pain, and kidney dysfunction.