10 Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #6: Urinating Frequently
The bladder is basically a type of organic bag. This bag collects urine as it comes from the kidneys and it will become gradually full over time. The bladder is able to expand as it takes on more urine but it still has a limited capacity. Once full, the bladder must be emptied, as this means a trip to the bathroom.
Nearby uterine fibroids that grow large enough can begin to push on the bladder and, if they push enough, they can push it inwards and decrease its capacity. Thus, it will take less time for the bladder to fill and this will mean that trips to the bathroom become more frequent than usual.
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