Symptoms of Excessive Pelvic Floor Muscle Tension
Disease description:
After giving birth, I feel that my pelvic floor muscle tone is too high. May I ask, what are the symptoms of excessive pelvic floor muscle tone?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
Elevated pelvic floor muscle tension, commonly referred to as pelvic floor muscle tightness or pelvic floor spasm, may present with the following symptoms:
1. Difficulty with bowel movements: A sensation of the anus being tightly "clenched," requiring straining during defecation or feeling of incomplete evacuation.
2. Frequent or urgent urination: Frequent urge to urinate, but discomfort may be experienced during urination or the urine stream may be weak.
3. Pain during sexual intercourse: Pain or discomfort during sexual activity, particularly with difficulty in penetration among women.
4. Pelvic pain: Chronic or cyclical discomfort in the lower abdomen, lower back, or perineal area.
5. Urinary symptoms: Such as painful urination, urgency, or incontinence.
6. Constipation: Due to excessive contraction of the anal sphincter, normal bowel movements may be affected.
7. Fertility issues: In women, elevated pelvic floor muscle tension may affect the process of labor and delivery or contribute to infertility.
If these symptoms occur, it is advisable to consult a doctor for evaluation.
