Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing a dull, heavy sensation in my lower abdomen, and sometimes even lower back and waist pain. Over the past few days, I've noticed increased vaginal discharge, some irregularity in my period, and a foul-smelling discharge. However, the abdominal pain has become even more pronounced. After visiting the hospital for a check-up, they diagnosed it as uterine leiomyosarcoma.Doctor's answer:
Uterine fibroids themselves rarely interfere with the physiological process of sexual arousal. However, submucosal uterine fibroids often cause heavy menstrual bleeding, irregular periods, and prolonged menstruation. If they become necrotic, ulcerated, or infected, irregular bleeding may have an unpleasant odor, which can then affect sexual activity. Excessive bleeding can lead to secondary anemia and physical weakness, potentially indirectly influencing the duration of sexual arousal. Therefore, if symptoms are present, it is best to treat them accordingly.