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What is adenomyosis?

Aug 20, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
In general, the main causes of adenomyosis include excessive estrogen levels, uterine degeneration, endometrial damage, chronic endometritis, and poor blood circulation in the uterine muscle layer. If symptoms such as severe dysmenorrhea or excessive menstrual bleeding occur, it is recommended to seek timely medical treatment at a正规 hospital. In daily life, it is important to maintain healthy lifestyle habits.

Generally, the main causes of adenomyosis include excessive estrogen levels, uterine degeneration, endometrial damage, chronic endometritis, and poor blood circulation in the uterine muscle layer. If symptoms such as severe dysmenorrhea and excessive menstrual bleeding occur, it is recommended to seek timely diagnosis and treatment at a reputable hospital. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Excessive Estrogen Levels

Elevated estrogen levels in the body can stimulate the endometrium to grow into the uterine muscle layer, causing adenomyosis. It is advisable to reduce the intake of foods containing estrogen, such as royal jelly and snow frog extract, and maintain a light diet.

2. Uterine Degeneration

With aging, the uterine muscle layer gradually degenerates and its defensive capability declines, making it easier for the endometrium to invade and cause the disease. Persisting in moderate exercise, such as walking and Tai Chi, can enhance the vitality of the uterine muscle layer and delay degeneration.

3. Endometrial Damage

Repeated induced abortions and childbirth can damage the basal layer of the endometrium, allowing endometrial tissue to invade the uterine muscle layer, leading to adenomyosis. Effective contraceptive measures should be taken to reduce the number of induced abortions and lower the risk of endometrial damage.

4. Chronic Endometritis

Chronic endometritis can disrupt the normal structure of the endometrium, promoting its spread into the uterine muscle layer and increasing the likelihood of developing adenomyosis. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as clindamycin capsules, levofloxacin tablets, and cefuroxime axetil tablets can be used to control inflammation.

5. Poor Blood Circulation in the Uterine Muscle Layer

Poor blood circulation in the uterine muscle layer can affect its normal metabolism, making it easier for endometrial tissue to grow within the muscle layer and cause adenomyosis. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as motherwort granules, Xuefu Zhuyu capsules, and Shaofu Zhuyu pills can be used to improve blood circulation.

In daily life, it is important to maintain good living habits, avoid excessive fatigue, keep warm during menstruation to prevent cold exposure, maintain emotional stability, avoid prolonged mental stress, and undergo regular gynecological examinations to detect and address abnormalities promptly.

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