Diseases

Leiomyosarcoma

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Leiomyosarcoma (lms) is a type of soft tissue sarcoma. Soft tissue sarcomas can develop in muscle, fat, blood vessels, or any of the other tissues that support, surround and protect the organs of the body. Leiomyosarcoma is One of the more common types of soft tissue sarcoma to develop in adults.

SYMPTOMS

Swollen areas or lumps on the body, bloating and abdominal swelling, pain or unusual swelling anywhere in the body, a change in menstruation (or vaginal bleeding after menopause), trouble breathing.

CAUSES

Sarcomas are malignant tumors that arise from the connective tissue, which connects, supports and surrounds various structures and organs in the body. Soft tissue includes fat, muscle, nerves, tendons, and blood and lymph vessels. The exact cause of leiomyosarcoma, including uterine leiomyosarcoma due to unhealthy lifestyle etc.