If you have ever felt bloated or like you have a 'fullness' in your stomach, this could be a sign of a common condition and you may need to go to hospital. The NHS warns that this could indicate Adenomyosis.
This is a condition where the lining of the womb (uterus) starts growing into the muscle in the wall of the womb, called the myometrium. Sadly there is no cure, but there are treatments that can help with any symptoms.
The feeling of 'fullness' differs from being full when you are hungry, and other symptoms may occur alongside it such as pelvic pain. But why would you need to go to the hospital?
What are the symptoms of adenomyosis?
Some people with adenomyosis have no symptoms however others experience an array of them, either all at once, or a few symptoms across a number of weeks, months or days.
Some symptoms of adenomyosis affect your periods, such as:
Other symptoms can happen any time of the year include:
Is adenomyosis serious?
Yes, it can be. For many it causes intense pain that can be debilitating. You should seek immediate help if your pelvic pain or period pain is severe or worse than usual, and painkillers have not helped.
How do you treat adenomyosis?
If you need any tests or treatment, you may need to go to hospital such as for a hysterectomy, or surgery to remove the lining of your womb (endometrial ablation)
The NHS cautions you should see a GP if:
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