The uterus is a symbol of women, she gives birth to life, and is also an important embodiment of metabolism.
The uterus is located in the middle of the pelvis, adjacent to the bladder in the front and adjacent to the rectum in the back. It connects the fallopian tubes and ovaries on both sides and is responsible for the birth of children; it protrudes into the vagina to the outside world, from which each month's menstruation flows.
The shape of the uterus is like an inverted pear and can be divided into uterine bodies and cervix. Among them, the uterine body is mainly composed of muscles, crisscrossed, and there are various arteries and veins running through them. The outer surface of the uterus is bread wrapped around the peritoneum, while the inner surface is covered with the endometrium. The inner membrane undergoes periodic hyperplasia and shedding under the action of hormones.
The uterus has a powerful function
The uterus is the cradle of the fetus. It is rich in blood vessels and delivers sufficient nutrients to the baby through the placenta; its powerful smooth muscle and elastic fibers show amazing potential to stretch sufficiently during pregnancy to provide a large enough living environment for the baby. At term, the size of the uterus can increase by hundreds of times compared with that of non-pregnant women, and the weight can also increase by nearly 20 times. It can be seen that it is no exaggeration to say that the conception of life is a great feat of the womb.
The uterus is the "birthplace" of menstrual blood. Menstrual blood, in addition to blood, is mainly endometrial fragments and inflammatory cells. Periodic fluctuations in estrogen-progesterone levels cause the endometrium to periodically proliferate, secrete, and eventually collapse and fall, forming what we know as menstrual cramps.
The unique geographical location of the uterus determines its special role. The uterus is in the center of the pelvic cavity and plays an indispensable role in maintaining the position of the pelvic organs. Studies have shown that hysterectomy can lead to defects in pelvic support structures, which in turn greatly increases the risk of pelvic floor dysfunction.
In addition, the uterus can also secrete hormones. For example, prostaglandins, prolactins, insulin growth factor, relaxin, endothelin and enzymes are secreted by the uterus and participate in women's endocrine function, which plays an irreplaceable role.
With these symptoms, the uterus may be sick
The uterus, though powerful, can also get sick. Among them, uterine tumors are the most worrying.
Having a tumor does not mean that you have an "incurable disease". Tumors are also divided into benign and malignant, and it is important to detect them early and treat them early. When your body experiences the following conditions, it may be your uterus that reminds you that she is sick.
Abnormal bleeding
These include irregular menstrual cycles, inexhaustible dripping, excessive or underdrawn menstrual flow, contact bleeding, and so on. Uterine fibroids, endometrial polyps, endometrial cancer, and uterine sarcoma may all present in this way. Therefore, abnormal uterine bleeding is the most sensitive indicator of uterine sickness.
Lower abdominal pain
There are many types of pain, which can be chronic or acute, cyclical or irregular, and can be vague or colic. Fibroid degeneration, or some advanced uterine malignancy, may cause lower abdominal pain.
Infertility
Some girls have been married for several years, and they have not been able to get pregnant, and they are in a hurry. It could also be that there is a problem with the uterus. For example, fibroids that compress into the shape of the uterus or the lining of the lesion are the main culprits that affect fertility.
Abdominal mass
Thinner girls may inadvertently touch a protruding "lump" in the lower abdomen, and this protruding lump may also be a lesion of the uterus.
However, even if these symptoms appear, do not be overly anxious, benign lesions still account for the majority, first come to the doctor to clarify the cause, in order to intervene as soon as possible!
Author: Shao Shu iridium
Review: Ying Zhang
Editor: Li Miaoran