Anyone with a uterus can develop adenomyosis, but you may be more likely to develop this condition if:
- You are between 30 to 50 years old
- You have given birth
- You have had prior surgery involving your uterus, such as a C-section or fibroid removal.
Adenomyosis symptoms may include:
- Severe menstrual cramps
- Heavy and prolonged menstrual bleeding
- Bloating and abdominal pressure
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Painful intercourse (dyspareunia).
Endometriosis and adenomyosis are similar conditions, but not exactly the same.
In endometriosis, tissue that is similar to the tissue in your uterus grows into other parts of the reproductive system, like your ovaries or fallopian tubes.
In adenomyosis, tissue does not grow outside of the uterus – instead it grows into and thickens the uterus’ muscular walls.
Endometriosis can be treated at Cromwell Hospital’s International Centre for Endometriosis, which is recognised as an Accredited Endometriosis Centre by the British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy.
Mr Amer Raza
/ Consultant Gynaecologist
Obstetrics and gynaecology, Gynaecology, Obstetrics, Sexual and reproductive healthcare
Clinical interests: Pelvic pain and endometriosis and fibroids
Languages spoken: English/Punjabi/Urdu
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