What Are the Symptoms of Uterine Hypertrophy?
May 06, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Lianlian
Introduction
Symptoms of uterine hypertrophy:
- Menstrual disorders: irregular menstrual cycles and abnormal menstrual flow;
- Anemia: excessive menstrual bleeding leading to significant blood loss and subsequent anemia;
- Abnormal vaginal discharge: leukorrhea that is milky-white and viscous, or pale-yellow and purulent, accompanied by a sensation of heaviness and pain in the lower abdomen and sacral region; urinary symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and dysuria may also occur.
The main clinical manifestations of uterine hypertrophy include the following:
1. Menstrual disorders
- Heavy menstrual bleeding with prolonged menstrual cycles;
- Stable menstrual flow but shortened menstrual cycles;
- Light menstrual flow with prolonged duration.
2. Anemia
Excessive menstrual bleeding during the cycle leads to significant blood loss, potentially resulting in anemia—manifesting as pallor and other related symptoms.
3. Abnormal vaginal discharge
In women with cervical hypertrophy, vaginal discharge may appear thick and milky-white or pale yellow and purulent. Additionally, patients may experience a sensation of heaviness or dull pain in the lower abdomen and sacral region, as well as urinary symptoms including frequency, urgency, and dysuria.
4. Infertility
Many women with uterine hypertrophy experience infertility. While isolated uterine hypertrophy does not directly impair fertility, severe cases may lead to endometritis or tubal adhesions—both of which are common contributors to infertility.
