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The underlying causes may include ovulation problems, fibroids, the lining of the uterus growing into the uterine wall, uterine polyps, underlying bleeding problems, side effects from birth control, or cancer. [3] More than one category of causes may apply in an individual case. [3] The first step in work-up is to rule out a tumor or pregnancy.
Progesterone and estrogen increase and the lining of the uterus thickens. “If no implantation (of an embryo) occurs, the uterus sheds that lining, and progesterone and estrogen fall,” says Riddle.
Endo belly is a symptom of endometriosis—a condition where endometrial cells, or cells resembling the cells lining the uterus, grow outside of the uterus, explains Dr. Sapan. “During
Endometriosis is a condition that occurs when cells similar to the lining of the uterus—called the endometrium—grow in other areas of the body, such as the pelvis, ovaries, or abdomen, she ...
Endometriosis is a condition in which tissues lining the uterus (endometrial stroma and gland) grows abnormally beyond the uterus that may become quite painful. In simpler terms, it means that the tissue lining the uterus develops in different parts outside of it. It can be either at ovary, fallopian tubes, or peritoneal spaces. [2]
Endometritis is inflammation of the inner lining of the uterus (endometrium). [6] Symptoms may include fever, lower abdominal pain, and abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge. [1] [4] It is the most common cause of infection after childbirth. [7] [1] It is also part of spectrum of diseases that make up pelvic inflammatory disease. [8]
Adenomyosis is a condition where the lining of the womb starts growing into the muscle in the wall of the womb. It can cause painful periods and heavy bleeding, as well as pelvic pain, bloating ...
An endometrial polyp or uterine polyp is a mass in the inner lining of the uterus. [1] They may have a large flat base or be attached to the uterus by an elongated pedicle (pedunculated). [2] [3] Pedunculated polyps are more common than sessile ones. [4] They range in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters. [3]