If you have any abnormal vaginal bleeding, this could be a symptom of uterine sarcoma — or another condition that is not cancer. Examples of abnormal bleeding are:
- Bleeding or spotting between periods
- More bleeding than usual during periods
- Bleeding or spotting after menopause
Some women with uterine sarcoma have vaginal discharge that isn’t typical but doesn’t appear to have blood in it.
These may also be signs or symptoms of uterine sarcoma, but they are not common:
- Pain in the pelvic area
- A mass or a sense of fullness in the pelvic area or abdomen
- Needing to urinate more often than is usual for you
- Pain when urinating or having a bowel movement
- Pain during intercourse
Often, the same signs or symptoms are caused by other conditions, like an infection or a growth of tissue that isn’t cancer. If you have any signs or symptoms, let your primary care physician know. They can help you figure out the cause.
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Talk to your primary care provider if you have symptoms that you think may be uterine sarcoma. UW Medicine Primary Care can help you get started. Learn about Fred Hutch's relationship with UW Medicine.
Uterine Sarcoma Symptoms FAQ
Your health care provider will ask you about your symptoms, your health history and your family history. They may ask about factors that might put you at risk for cancer or other conditions that might cause the same symptoms. They’ll examine you to check for clues about what’s been bothering you. Your provider will probably do a general physical exam and then a pelvic exam.
Based on your conversation and exam, your provider may order tests to get more information. Learn more about diagnosis.