What are the early symptoms of uterine cancer?
Jul 16, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
In general, the early symptoms of uterine cancer are not obvious. However, some patients may experience abnormal manifestations, mainly including abnormal vaginal bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge, contact bleeding, dull pain in the lower abdomen, and menstrual disorders. To maintain reproductive health, women are advised to undergo regular gynecological examinations and pay attention to any abnormal signals their bodies may exhibit.
In general, the early symptoms of uterine cancer are not obvious, but some patients may experience abnormal manifestations, mainly including abnormal vaginal bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge, contact bleeding, mild lower abdominal pain, and menstrual disorders. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Abnormal vaginal bleeding: Vaginal bleeding outside the menstrual period is a common early symptom. It may manifest as light spotting or sudden vaginal bleeding after menopause. The bleeding occurs irregularly and is unrelated to the menstrual cycle.
2. Abnormal vaginal discharge: Vaginal discharge may increase, with a thin, watery consistency, sometimes accompanied by a mild fishy odor. Some patients may notice small amounts of blood streaks in the discharge, which is distinctly different from normal leukorrhea.
3. Contact bleeding: Minor vaginal bleeding may occur after sexual intercourse or a gynecological examination. This happens because the affected tissues are fragile and prone to bleeding when stimulated. It needs to be differentiated from bleeding caused by ordinary injuries.
4. Mild lower abdominal pain: Some patients may experience mild pain or a feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen. The pain is usually mild and occurs intermittently. It often worsens after fatigue or prolonged standing and may ease somewhat after rest.
5. Menstrual irregularities: Patients who have not yet reached menopause might experience menstrual cycle disturbances,表现为 (translated note: please keep the following link as is) prolonged menstrual periods, increased or decreased menstrual flow, or changes in previously regular cycles, resembling menstrual abnormalities caused by hormonal imbalances.
To maintain reproductive health, women are advised to undergo regular gynecological examinations and pay attention to any abnormal signs their bodies may show, especially those with a family history of uterine cancer or other high-risk factors, who should enhance health monitoring. Maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and avoiding excessive fatigue in daily life can help reduce the risk of developing diseases.
