Abdominal fullness may often be a symptom of which condition?

Abdominal fullness is often a symptom associated with ovarian cancer, primarily due to the growth of tumors that can lead to an accumulation of fluid in the abdomen (ascites) or pressure on surrounding organs. As the ovarian tumors increase in size, they can cause the abdomen to appear distended or feel fuller than usual. This can significantly impact a woman's comfort and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as changes in appetite, weight loss, or abdominal pain.

While uterine fibroids can also cause abdominal fullness due to their size and position, and pelvic inflammatory disease may lead to changes in the pelvic area, ovarian cancer is particularly notable for the symptom of abdominal fullness as it can develop insidiously and become more pronounced as the disease progresses. Endometriosis can contribute to abdominal discomfort and fullness due to the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, but it often manifests with specific pain and menstrual irregularities rather than a solitary symptom of abdominal fullness.