Adenomyosis: Complete Guide — Meaning, Causes, Bulky Uterus, Continuous Bleeding, Diet & Treatment
Adenomyosis is a condition many women suffer silently with, without truly understanding what is happening inside the uterus. Words like bulky uterus, continuous periods, thickened wall, or hormonal imbalance can feel frightening — but once you understand the mechanism, everything becomes clearer. 🔍 1. What Is Adenomyosis? Inside your uterus, there is a soft lining called the endometrium. This lining should stay only on the inner surface of the uterus. But in adenomyosis, 👉 this lining grows inside the muscular wall (myometrium) instead of staying in its place. Because of this abnormal growth: The uterus becomes thick, swollen, and enlarged Periods become heavy and painful Bleeding becomes irregular or continuous The uterus becomes bulky 🔥 2. Why Does Adenomyosis Happens? Although the exact reason is not fully known, the most accepted causes are: ✔ Hormonal imbalance (high estrogen) Makes the lining grow excessively and invade the muscle. ✔ Pregnancy and childbirth Stretch the uterus...