How Do Fibroids Cause Painful and Heavy Periods?

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Yes, Uterine fibroids can cause painful and heavy periods by disrupting the normal function of the uterus in several ways.

Uterine fibroids cause the body to produce a larger, more complex endometrial lining each cycle, which in turn leads to significantly heavier menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia). To expel this larger lining, the uterus must contract more forcefully. The body releases a higher amount of prostaglandins leading to more intense contractions and causing severe menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea). As uterine fibroids grow, the increased blood flow and slower expulsion can lead to the formation of large blood clots, which can be painful to pass.

Prevalence of Uterine Fibroids in India is estimated at 37.65% in rural populations and 24% in the urban populations.

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References:

  1. International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology – Prevalence of Fibroids
  2. Prevalence of Risk Factors for Uterine Fibroids at Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital: A Cross-sectional Study
  3. International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology – Epidemiological Study of Uterine Fibroids
  4. Key Practice Points on Fibroids 2019 Indian Perspective
  5. Hindustan Times – Doctor shares how he saved 28-year-old woman from severe pelvic pain by removing 1.2 kg uterine fibroid in rare surgery
  6. The Indian Express – A 20-year-old had uterine fibroids: Yes, they can happen but still be managed
  7. Times of India – Venus Williams was told her uterine fibroid symptoms were ‘normal’—here’s what she wants you to know
  8. The Week – Why are Indian women developing fibroids at a young age?
  9. The Times of India – Bengaluru women ignores abdominal pain for 6 months, goes under knife for 7.4kg uterine fibroid
  10. The Hindu – Non-surgical treatment for uterine fibroids possible now, says doctor
  11. Research Gate – Prevalence of fibroids: a study in a semiurban area in Telangana, India