Q Maybe because of uterine fibroids, I urinate frequently and my constipation has gotten worse. Will these symptoms improve too?
A An enlarged fibroid can press on the bladder and rectum, causing frequent urination and constipation. While change in the fibroid size itself is hard to expect from Korean medicine alone, improving pelvic blood flow and relieving tension around the uterus can sometimes ease the pressure symptoms.
Detailed Answer
A fibroid growing toward the front of the uterus presses on the bladder, causing frequent urination and a feeling of incomplete emptying, while a fibroid at the back presses on the rectum, causing constipation and painful bowel movements. Since the location and size of the fibroid are the decisive factors, it is important to first confirm them with a gynecological ultrasound. When pelvic blood flow improves and tension around the uterus is relieved through Korean medicine treatment, some people experience a partial reduction in the discomfort caused by pressure.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
If frequent urination and constipation stem not simply from fibroid pressure but from reduced circulation in the uterus and lower abdomen, treatment that revives uterine blood flow also helps relieve these symptoms. We aim to put the overall flow of qi and blood in the pelvic cavity in order.
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