Uterine Fibroids Symptoms
Uterine Fibroids Symptoms, Fibroids in the uterus are defined as benign tumors, mostly between 1-15 cm in diameter, consisting of uterine tissue. Fibroids are tumors that develop in women of reproductive age. Myomas are found in 1 out of every 3 women over the age of 35. The increase in estrogen hormone can lead to the growth of fibroids. Therefore, fibroids tend to grow during puberty and pregnancy. However, as the estrogen hormone decreases during menopause, it usually shrinks.
Fibroids are grouped according to their location.
Submucous Fibroids
Submucous fibroids are fibroids that grow into the lining of the uterus. These fibroids commonly cause bleeding symptoms. Bleeding becomes evident with heavy bleeding during the menstrual period and the menstrual period is prolonged. For this reason, it can lead to anemia.
Intramural Fibroids
These fibroids settle into the muscle tissue of the uterus. It is commonly seen. It causes prolongation of the menstrual period and anemia. However, it can press on the bladder by causing pain in the abdomen. For this reason, frequent urination may occur.
Subserous Fibroids
Subserous fibroids are fibroids that grow towards the outer surface of the uterus. While bleeding does not cause the problem like other types of fibroids; They can cause problems such as abdominal pain, back pain, frequent urination.
What are the Uterine Fibroids Symptoms?
While fibroids can cause intense symptoms in some women, they do not cause any symptoms in some women. Common symptoms of fibroids are prolonged menstrual bleeding and intense menstrual pain. Usually the bleeding is clotted and copious. For this reason, anemia may occur in the long run.
- Stomach ache,
- Feeling of fullness,
- The need to urinate frequently
- Back and leg pains
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- It can be counted as constipation and gas.
How are fibroids diagnosed?
Uterine Fibroids Symptoms are usually detected by chance during the gynecological examination. However, it is possible to detect fibroids as a result of ultrasonography performed as a result of consulting a doctor due to the above-mentioned symptoms. Only a fraction of fibroids can be detected on ultrasound. For this reason, the underlying causes may be overlooked.
With the magnetic resonance (MR) device, the uterus is better evaluated from various angles and it is possible to detect almost all the symptoms of fibroids. Therefore, it is recommended to carry out detailed MRI examinations and examinations for patients with suspected fibroids.
