Adenomyosis – The Hidden Danger ⚠️
What is adenomyosis or uterine enlargement, and how is it related to abnormal bleeding?
Adenomyosis, sometimes referred to as uterine adenomyosis or internal endometriosis, is a condition where the endometrial tissue (the lining of the uterus) invades the muscular wall of the uterus and starts to grow there. This is one of the main causes of heavy, prolonged, and painful menstrual periods – because more endometrial tissue = more bleeding.
Blood begins to accumulate within the uterine muscle, causing it to enlarge and leading to the formation of fibrous tissue as a reaction to the ongoing inflammation. That’s why a uterus affected by adenomyosis often appears larger than normal.
📌 Adenomyosis can lead to chronic pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding during or between menstrual cycles, anemia (due to heavy bleeding), delayed fertility or even infertility, and pain during or after intercourse – especially during or after deep penetration.
📌 At least 10% of women with adenomyosis experience deep dyspareunia (painful intercourse), and many suffer from chronic abdominal pain and persistent discomfort not limited to menstruation.
The uterus becomes painful due to the continuous, heavy bleeding and swelling. Women often feel as if they are carrying an extra weight or burden in the lower abdomen, making it hard to jump, move suddenly, or even walk long distances.
The uterus becomes enlarged and filled with blood 🩸