Causes of Uterine Enlargement
Aug 19, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Zhe
Introduction
Uterine hypertrophy is most likely caused by sexual intercourse during menstruation or by pelvic surgery, which leads to the invasion of endometrial glands or stroma into the myometrium. This results in uterine hypertrophy. Typically, it causes an increase in uterine cavity volume and secondary dysmenorrhea. It may also lead to menorrhagia and prolonged menstrual periods.
Uterine hypertrophy (enlargement) may be difficult to detect initially, and many people mistakenly believe it has little impact on overall health. In fact, if left untreated, uterine hypertrophy can progressively worsen and pose serious risks to health. So, what causes uterine hypertrophy?
Causes of Uterine Hypertrophy
Uterine hypertrophy may occur due to intercourse during menstruation or as a result of pelvic surgery, which can cause endometrial glands or stroma to invade the myometrium (uterine muscle layer). This infiltration leads to uterine enlargement. Typically, the uterine cavity’s volume increases, resulting in secondary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), heavier menstrual bleeding, and prolonged menstrual periods. For women with markedly enlarged uterine cavities, conservative treatment may prove ineffective. Therefore, in women over 40 years of age with significant uterine enlargement, hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus) may need to be considered. However, isolated cervical enlargement is more commonly caused by chronic cervicitis.
Women with uterine hypertrophy should follow a light, bland diet in daily life—avoiding spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers, ginger, scallions, garlic, and other pungent seasonings, as well as stimulating beverages. Patients should drink plenty of water and consume abundant fresh fruits and vegetables—including apples, bananas, pears, strawberries, and kiwifruit—as well as vegetables like winter melon, kelp, celery, cabbage, coriander, and oats. These foods are rich in vitamins and other beneficial trace elements that help boost the body’s immune function and promote faster recovery.
Patients diagnosed with uterine hypertrophy should seek timely medical evaluation and treatment to prevent disease progression. We hope this information proves helpful to you.
