Frequent urination symptoms from uterine fibroids

Uterine fibroids are benign (non-cancerous) tumors that can grow in and on the uterus. They are very common, affecting up to 80% of women by the time they reach menopause.

Fibroids can grow in different locations in the uterus, and their size and location can affect the symptoms they cause. One common symptom of uterine fibroids is frequent urination.

How do uterine fibroids cause frequent urination?

There are a few ways that uterine fibroids can cause frequent urination.

• • Pressure on the bladder: As fibroids grow, they can put pressure on the bladder. This can make it difficult to empty the bladder completely, and it can also make you feel like you need to urinate more often.
  • Interference with the nerves that control the bladder: Fibroids can also interfere with the nerves that control the bladder. This can make it difficult to tell when your bladder is full, and it can also make you feel like you need to urinate more often.
  • Changes in the way the bladder empties: Fibroids can also change the way the bladder empties. This can make it difficult to empty the bladder completely, and it can also make you feel like you need to urinate more often.

How often is frequent urination a symptom of uterine fibroids?

Frequent urination is a common symptom of uterine fibroids, but it is not the most common symptom. The most common symptoms of uterine fibroids are heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pain. However, about 20-50% of women with fibroids experience frequent urination.

What other symptoms can occur with frequent urination from uterine fibroids?

Frequent urination from uterine fibroids can be accompanied by other symptoms, such as:

• • Urinary urgency: This is the feeling that you need to urinate right away, even if your bladder is not full.
  • Urinary frequency: This is the need to urinate more often than usual.
  • Nocturia: This is the need to urinate at night.
  • Painful urination: This can be caused by pressure on the bladder or by inflammation of the bladder lining.
  • Incomplete bladder emptying: This is the feeling that your bladder is not empty after you urinate.

How is frequent urination from uterine fibroids diagnosed?

If you are experiencing frequent urination and you are concerned that it may be caused by uterine fibroids, you should talk to your doctor. Your doctor will perform a physical exam and ask you about your symptoms. They may also order imaging tests, such as an ultrasound or MRI, to confirm the diagnosis.

How is frequent urination from uterine fibroids treated?

If your frequent urination is caused by uterine fibroids, your doctor may recommend one or more of the following treatments:

• • UFE procedure: Uterine fibroid embolization shrinks or eliminates the fibroids by cutting off their blood flow. By a non-surgical procedure. Many people experience quick results, allowing them to quickly return to their regular activities with reduced symptoms.

• • Surgery: Your doctor may recommend surgery or a hysterectomy to remove the fibroids. There are a number of different surgical options available, depending on the size and location of the fibroids.

Lifestyle changes: There are also a number of lifestyle changes that you can make to help manage frequent urination from uterine fibroids. These include:

• • Limiting fluids before bed: This can help to reduce the need to urinate at night.
  • Avoiding caffeine and alcohol: These substances can irritate the bladder and make symptoms worse.
  • Emptying your bladder completely when you urinate: This can help to prevent the feeling of incomplete bladder emptying.
  • Doing pelvic floor exercises: These exercises can help to strengthen the muscles that support the bladder and improve bladder control.

Frequent urination is a common symptom of uterine fibroids. If you are experiencing frequent urination and you are concerned that it may be caused by uterine fibroids, contact us.

Get uterine fibroid releif

Navigating the effects of fibroids on abdominal enlargement can be challenging for many women. That’s why you should explore the option of uterine fibroid embolization, or UFE. This is a minimally invasive procedure that is an alternative option to a hysterectomy.

Uterine fibroid embolization shrinks or eliminates the fibroids by cutting off their blood flow. Many people experience quick results, allowing them to quickly return to their regular activities with reduced symptoms.

If you’re ready to explore a safe and effective uterine fibroid procedure, it’s time to schedule a consultation with us.