Adenomyosis Overview
Learn About Adenomyosis
Adenomyosis is a thickening of the walls of the uterus. It occurs when endometrial tissue grows into the outer muscular walls of the uterus. Endometrial tissue forms the lining of the uterus.
Endometriosis interna; Adenomyoma; Pelvic pain - adenomyosis
The cause is not known. Sometimes, adenomyosis may cause the uterus to grow in size.
The condition most often occurs in women ages 35 to 50 who have had at least one pregnancy.
In many cases, there are no symptoms. When symptoms occur, they can include:
- Long-term or heavy menstrual bleeding
- Painful menstrual periods, which gets worse
- Pelvic pain during intercourse
Most women have some adenomyosis as they get close to menopause. However, only a few will have symptoms. Most women do not need treatment.
Birth control pills and an IUD that has progesterone can help decrease heavy bleeding. Medicines such as ibuprofen or naproxen can also help manage pain.
Surgery to remove the uterus (hysterectomy) may be done in women with severe symptoms.
Stanford Health Care
Deirdre Lum is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Stanford, California. Dr. Lum and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adenomyosis. Her top areas of expertise are Uterine Fibroids, Endometriosis, Carney Complex, Hysterectomy, and Endoscopy.
Sutter Bay Medical Foundation
Ming Chen is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in Los Altos, California. Dr. Chen and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adenomyosis. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Vulvectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.
University Healthcare Alliance
Jennifer Conti is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Menlo Park, California. Dr. Conti has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adenomyosis. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Polyps, Hydrocele, Vitiligo, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.
Symptoms most often go away after menopause. Surgery to remove the uterus often gets you rid of symptoms completely.
Contact your provider if you develop symptoms of adenomyosis.
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Published Date: April 16, 2024
Published By: John D. Jacobson, MD, Professor Emeritus, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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