Diagnosis and Medical Imaging of Adenomyosis
Diagnosing adenomyosis can be difficult because its symptoms mimic those of other uterine conditions. However, with improved imaging tools, non-invasive diagnosis is now more accessible.
Diagnostic Steps
- Medical History and Pelvic Exam
- A doctor may feel for an enlarged or tender uterus.
- Ultrasound (Transvaginal Sonography)
- A skilled sonographer can sometimes detect thickened uterine walls or cystic areas in the myometrium.
- MRI Scan
- This is more accurate than ultrasound but less accessible, especially in rural South Africa.
- Biopsy
- Rarely done unless surgery is performed, as the tissue is deep within the muscle.
- Rule Out Other Conditions
- Fibroids, endometriosis, or uterine polyps must be excluded.
Diagnosis and Medical Imaging of Adenomyosis
In some public hospitals, diagnosis may only be confirmed after a hysterectomy, which is not ideal. Increasing awareness and imaging skills among GPs and sonographers can help with earlier, non-surgical diagnosis.
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Symptoms and Warning Signs of Adenomyosis
