Common symptoms of malignant uterine fibroids

Malignant uterine fibroids are relatively rare in clinical practice, and the main symptoms of patients are the following five.

1. Irregular vaginal bleeding

Irregular vaginal bleeding is a common symptom of patients with malignant uterine fibroids. It is similar to menstruation, and in severe cases, there may be more bleeding. It is especially common in postmenopausal women. If it occurs after hormone replacement therapy, you should go to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible. This may be a precursor to uterine cancer. Long-term irregular vaginal bleeding can also cause anemia in patients.

2. Female infertility

According to clinical statistics, 30% of patients with malignant uterine fibroids will experience infertility, and most of them discover the presence of uterine fibroids when they seek medical treatment for infertility.

3. Hypertension

Most patients with malignant uterine fibroids are accompanied by hypertension, which is mainly related to ureteral compression. According to statistics, except for those with a history of hypertension, the blood pressure of most patients with malignant uterine fibroids and hypertension will return to normal after the fibroids are removed.

4. Pain

Pain in the lower abdomen, back and legs is one of the symptoms of malignant uterine fibroids and is also a sign of metastasis or spread of fibroid cancer. Patients often experience varying degrees of weight loss and general weakness.

5. Abnormal vaginal discharge

Patients with malignant uterine fibroids may also experience abnormal vaginal discharge, such as pink or brown discharge; watery or sticky discharge; and unpleasant odor of discharge.