Adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a condition in which the lining of the womb/uterus (called the endometrium) is found within the muscles of the womb (called the myometrium). It can be in just one area or be found throughout the whole of the womb muscle. Although it involves the lining of the womb appearing where it shouldn’t, adenomyosis is not the same as endometriosis. Researchers have now concluded that the two conditions together are found in only 10% of cases although it has also been known to be misdiagnosed as fibroids. Photo Courtesy: Hic et nunc As with endometriosis, the tissue thickens and is shed in accordance with the woman’s natural fertility cycle, however unlike normal periods the lining that has been removed cannot leave body via the vagina and cervix and consequently has nowhere to go. This results in more adenomyosis forming in the muscle. Symptoms of adenoymosis Intense pain and menstrual cramps Pain during ovulation Very heavy bleeding and/or flooding Passing large blood clots Longer than normal menstruation A feeling of the womb contracting as in labour. Abdominal cramps Increased pressure on the bladder Dragging sensation in the upper legs and lower torso. It most commonly occurs in women between the ages of 35 and 50, particularly those who have had children already. There is some evidence that abdominal surgery can also be a risk factor. It is also likely that imbalance between the various hormones, specifically oestrogen, progesterone and prolactin and F...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: Adenomyosis Endometriosis environmental oestrogens Fibroids Source Type: news