Uterine Fibroid Symptoms
Frequent Urination
Fibroids can put pressure on the bladder, causing an increased need to urinate or difficulty emptying the bladder completely.
Fibroids and Sex
Uterine fibroids can have a significant impact on not only your physical health but also your emotional relationships and sexual well-being. Painful or uncomfortable sex is a common symptom of fibroids and can affect your quality of life. While it may feel uncomfortable to talk about, it's important to address uterine fibroids and sex openly to seek appropriate medical treatment and improve your overall health and happiness.
What are Common Fibroid Symptoms?
Fibroids are a common condition that affects many women at some point in their lives. These non-cancerous growths can develop in or around the uterus and vary in size and location. While some women with fibroids may experience no symptoms, others may experience a range of uncomfortable, and sometimes debilitating, symptoms.
Five common symptoms of fibroids include heavy or prolonged periods, pelvic pain or pressure, frequent urination, constipation, and backaches. In the following sections, we'll explore these symptoms in detail.
Backaches
Fibroids can cause back pain or discomfort, especially if they are located towards the back of the uterus and pressing on the spine.
Pelvic Pain or Pressure
Large fibroids can press against surrounding organs such as the bladder, rectum, or pelvic muscles, causing discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen or pelvic region.
Heavy or Prolonged Periods
Fibroids can cause heavy or long menstrual periods, sometimes with clotting. This is due to the growth of fibroids interfering with the normal contraction and relaxation of the uterus during the menstrual cycle.
