Teratoma may have no obvious symptoms in the early stage, with the progress of the disease may have abdominal pain, abdominal mass, abdominal distension and other basic symptoms, in addition, different parts of the teratoma may have different symptoms.
Teratoma is a kind of tumor derived from germ cells, most of which are benign tumors. Early teratomas usually have no obvious symptoms and need to be detected by imaging tests.
As the disease progresses, abdominal pain, bloating, and unexplained masses may develop. In particular, ovarian teratomas can be associated with menstrual abnormalities, dysmenorrhea, and sometimes difficulty urinating and defecating. Testicular teratoma presents as a noticeable mass in the testicles. Sacrococcygeal teratoma can have symptoms such as painful urination, constipation, and weakness in the legs.
If you experience such symptoms on a daily basis, or if a teratoma is found on examination, you need to seek medical attention without delay.