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Adenomyosis is uterine thickening that occurs when endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, moves into the outer muscular walls of the uterus.
Alternative NamesEndometriosis interna; Adenomyoma
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe cause is unknown. Sometimes adenomyosis may cause a mass or growth within the uterus, which is called an adenomyoma.
The disease usually occurs in women older than 30 who have had children. It is more likely in women with previous cesarean section or other uterine surgery.
Symptoms- Long-term or heavy menstrual bleeding
- Painful menstruation , which gets increasing worse
- Pelvic pain during intercourse
Note: In many cases, the woman may not have any symptoms.
Signs and testsDuring a pelvic exam, the doctor may find an soft and slightly enlarged uterus. The exam may also reveal a uterine mass or uterine tenderness.
An ultrasound of the uterus may help tell the difference between adenomyosis and other uterine tumors. MRI can be helpful when ultrasound does not give definite results.
TreatmentMost women have some adenomyosis as they near menopause but few women have symptoms, and most women don't require any treatment.
In some cases, pain medicine may be needed. Birth Control pills and a progesterone-containing intrauterine device (IUD) can help decrease heavy bleeding.
A hysterectomymay be necessary in younger women with severe symptoms.
Expectations (prognosis)Symptoms usually go away after menopause. A hysterectomy completely relieves symptoms.
Calling your health care providerCall for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of adenomyosis.
ReferencesKatz VL. Benign gynecologic lesions: vulva, vagina, cervix, uterus, oviduct, ovary. In: Katz VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM, eds. Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2007:chap 18.
Speroff L, Fritz MA. Dysfunction uterine bleeding. In. Speroff L, Fritz MA, eds. Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins; 2005:chap 15.
Adenomyosis is uterine thickening that occurs when endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, moves into the outer muscular walls of the uterus.
Alternative NamesEndometriosis interna; Adenomyoma
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe cause is unknown. Sometimes adenomyosis may cause a mass or growth within the uterus, which is called an adenomyoma.
The disease usually occurs in women older than 30 who have had children. It is more likely in women with previous cesarean section or other uterine surgery.
Symptoms- Long-term or heavy menstrual bleeding
- Painful menstruation , which gets increasing worse
- Pelvic pain during intercourse
Note: In many cases, the woman may not have any symptoms.
Signs and testsDuring a pelvic exam, the doctor may find an soft and slightly enlarged uterus. The exam may also reveal a uterine mass or uterine tenderness.
An ultrasound of the uterus may help tell the difference between adenomyosis and other uterine tumors. MRI can be helpful when ultrasound does not give definite results.
TreatmentMost women have some adenomyosis as they near menopause but few women have symptoms, and most women don't require any treatment.
In some cases, pain medicine may be needed. Birth control pills and a progesterone-containing intrauterine device (IUD) can help decrease heavy bleeding.
A hysterectomymay be necessary in women with severe symptoms.
Expectations (prognosis)Symptoms usually go away after menopause. A hysterectomy completely relieves symptoms.
Calling your health care providerCall for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of adenomyosis.
ReferencesKatz VL. Benign gynecologic lesions: vulva, vagina, cervix, uterus, oviduct, ovary. In: Katz VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM, eds. Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2007:chap 18.
Meredith SM, Sanchez-Ramos L, Kaunitz AM. Diagnostic accuracy of transvaginal sonography for the diagnosis of adenomyosis: systematic review and metaanalysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2009;201:107.e1-6.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 09/11/2010
Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine; Susan Storck, MD, FACOG, Chief, Eastside Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound, Redmond, Washington; Clinical Teaching Faculty, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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How do you cure adenomyosis?
A known genetic link is also present and it does tend to run in family history.Women diagnosed with adenomyosis commonly have excess levels of the hormone estrogen.Usually adenomyosis is treated in several ways: palliative therapy with pain meds and hormone manipulation, or minor outpatient procedures and ultimately hysterectomy.Regardless of how adenomyosis develops, its growth depends on the circulating estrogen in a woman's body. When estrogen production decreases at menopause, adenomyosis eventually goes away.
Diffuse adenomyosis in a 50 year old woman?
Adenomyosis is a tough disease for elderly women , the pain is unbearable and the antibiotics is not working when treating adenomyosis , the Chinese herbal med Fuyan pill can cure adenomyosis . And this medicine has applied for a patent. "Fuyan pill" has the function to clear away heat and toxic material. Actually, after taking this medicine continuously for three months, different kind of bacteria and tubercle bacillus are killed, the adenomyosis is cured completely .
What other effect does adenomyosis has apart from abdominal pains?
Symptoms of adenomyosis include Dysmenorrhea, Pain in sex, Irregular menstruation,Infertility etc.
Can adenomyosis turn into cancer?
Yes , adenomyosis can cause cancer if you leave it untreated , and your life will be changed greatly if you can not get the cure of it . You will feel depressed and you are very anxious about your life everyday and you are annoying about the bleeding . If you experience prolonged, heavy bleeding, chronic anemia may result. It is also the cause if infertility . Adenomyosis is a condition in which the inner lining of the uterus (the endometrium) breaks through the muscle wall of the uterus (the myometrium). Adenomyosis can cause menstrual cramps, lower abdominal pressure, and bloating before menstrual periods and can result in heavy periods. The condition can be located throughout the entire uterus or localized in one spot. In case you are suffering from heavy uterine bleeding, do make it a point to check yourself for adenomyosis , as the more you delay, the greater harm you will be causing yourself. Adenomyosis is also known as internal endometriosis. Because many women who have adenomyosis also have endometriosis, it is difficult to tell precisely what role adenomyosis may play in fertility problems. However, some studies have shown that adenomyosis may contribute to infertility.
What does the term adenomyosis mean?
Adenomyosis is uterine thickening caused when endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, extends outward into the fibrous and muscular tissue of the uterus.
Where are elastic fibers found?
suggestive of diffuse adenomyosis
What is adenomyosis of gall bladder?
Oops. The section about adenmyosis here suddenly starts talking about the uterus. There is indeed urterine adenomyosis too, but this is the gall bladder. Your editing seems a bit rushed.
Does loestrin fe 24 treatment help with adenomyosis?
Loestrin Fe 24 is a combination birth control pill that can help manage symptoms of adenomyosis such as heavy periods and pelvic pain. However, it is not a specific treatment for adenomyosis and may not fully alleviate all symptoms. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized treatment options.
What are medicine for adenomyosis in United States?
I recommend Fuyan Pill to you. This is the best medicine I've ever used for treating adenomyosis. I'm an indian woman and i got adenomyosis before. I often got much pain and after the treatment for 3 months, the pain got relievd. I never need pain-killer anymore. I really love Chinese medicine now.
Could adenomyosis interfere with pregnancy?
It is difficult to tell precisely what role adenomyosis may play in fertility problems. However, some studies have shown that adenomyosismay contribute to infertility. Pregnancy produces large amounts of Natural Progesterone and usually makes adenomyosis better. In theory, adenomyosis may present several areas of increased risk to a pregnancy. The common treatment of adenomyosissurgical removal of the entire uterus. Actually, each patient should take herbal medicine Fuyan Pill to treat it as an alternative treatment.
Which internal body parts does adenomyosis affect?
Adenomyosis affects only the uterus. It is a medical condition where endometrial tissue grows beyond uterine lining and onto uterus walls, causing an enlarged uterus and severe pain.
It seems impossible to find the right information but does anyone know anything about adenomyosis?
Dysmenorrhea, Pain in sex, Irregular menstruation,Infertility are the symptoms of adenomyosis. Adenomyosis been a frustrating disease to treat. Medical treatment with oral progesterone or birth control pills often does not work and uterine artery embolization often fails. Surgery would damage uterus. Traditional Chinese meidcine is recommended.
