Adenomyosis

Alternative names:

adenomyoma; endometriosis interna

Treatment:

Usually no treatment is initiated, other than recommending or prescribing pain medication (analgesics). A hysterectomy may be necessary in women with severe symptoms who are not approaching menopause soon. Most treatment attempts with hormonal supplements have been unsuccessful.

Expectations (prognosis):

Symptoms usually resolve after menstruation ceases. A hysterectomy completely resolves symptoms.

Complications:

Oral contraceptives may aggravate symptoms of heavy bleeding and/or pain.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms suggestive of adenomyosis occur.

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you are a woman, 30 years or older, who has ever been pregnant and has not received a gynecological checkup (including pelvic examination) in the past 2 to 3 years.