Why do fibroids make you bleed?

Ladies, let’s talk about something that we all have to deal with at some point in our reproductive lives – bleeding. Now, bleeding can be a hassle to deal with on its own, but throw fibroids into the mix and it’s like your period just decided to invite its really problematic friend over for the week.

So why exactly do fibroids make you bleed? Let’s dive into this bloody situation together.

What Are Uterine Fibroids?

First things first: what even are uterine fibroids? Essentially, they’re noncancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. Sounds like a party trick gone wrong if you ask me.

Fibroids can come in different shapes and sizes (just like us ladies!), ranging from as small as a pea to larger than a grapefruit. They can be submucosal (growing under the lining of the uterus), intramural (growing within the muscular wall of the uterus), or subserosal (growing outside of the uterus).

Now here’s where things get interesting…

The Bloody Drama Unfolds

When fibroids start growing inside or right next to your uterus lining during your menstrual cycle, it may cause issues because uouhm excuse me Mr. Fibroid but there isn’t enough room for both of us here!!!

This aggressive behavior starts messing with how much blood flows through your lady parts— which according to Medical people causes increased levels of estrogen —causing more thickening inside tHe area which leads then while combining altogether creating havoc DANGER DANGER inserting screech soundtrack####!

As soon as either one decides “I’m outta heah” aka menstruation happens , usually once per month – this whole mess leads excessive bleeding since those pesky little buggers mess up normal contraction occurring in the walls of uterus produced; which thus leads to clotting causing extreme pain.

What Are the Symptoms of Fibroids and Their Related Bleeding?

Fibroids may show no symptoms until becoming noticeable or heavy – just like that weird family member you only invite once every few years. Usually, detecting them includes a pelvic exam by your Gynecologist (which drags equal levels of discomfort with it), abdominal ultrasound and etcetera….

However here are some signs that fibroid bleeding messes with:

  • Heavy menstrual bleeding
  • Long periods that last longer than a week
  • Backache during menstruation
  • Pelvic pressure or pain linked specifically to specific spots within uterus
  • Urinary frequency and urgency

Let’s be honest, uterine lining already gets enough hate towards itself but basically what those two have in common? Causing bloodiness.HAH Hence it isn’t exactly ideal for submucosal fibroids create more havoc increasing menstrual flow. Which lead me to question…

What else is there we can blame these dang hooligans for? Let’s take a look…

How Do Fibroids Affect Fertility?

Oh great, because having painful periods wasn’t inconvenient enough /s…. You see when tiny little aliens invade your lady parts they play around creating obstacles – In this case quite often playing their favorite game: “Block The EggFrom GettingToAdorkable House aka my uterine wall” Leading too many unwanted hindrances making conceiving difficult- well shit.

Of course not all types of fibroids will hinder fertility factors however submucosal ones give bigger issues Since it blocks implantation from occuring correctly! So if you’re trying to conceive…well firstly good luck #fingerscrossed & second , you really need to have a deep talk about checking if these pesky growths interfere!

Now I know what you’re thinking “Why me? How did I end up with these pesky fibroids?” Let’s look at that, shall we?

Why Do Fibroids Develop?

As if the period anxiety wasn’t enough already….

It is unclear exactly why this happens but there are a few theories flying around… Genetic predisposition of course. If your older sister dealt with them it could also happen to you too! (Thanks Big Sis!)

Weight factor…wait what? But again fat cells have an estrogen component which may lead to hormone imbalance Where was this information when I’ve been trying for years not including hitting gym???

And due to hormonal imbalances Estrogen being louder than other hormones creates perfect condition for small cells in uterus grow leading fibroids more likely chances.

Other actors that increase chance include sugar consumption- Or maybe just sayin it because guilty pleasure= Ahh let me indulge/ However while consuming – body tends lean towards obesity via weight gain and thus leading ultimately increased production of estrogens!( Again Fat cells being problematic)

When diagnosed , treatment options vary from monitoring their growth, medications making em smaller or surgery taking out specific targeted fibroid!

All in all: Uterine bleeding happens regularly so be aware do see your doctor It’s always better on the safe side who knows what else our physiology has planned for us ;).

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