What is the normal thickness of the endometrium?
Disease description:
I originally had a problem with thin endometrium and needed proper regulation. I would like to know, what thickness of the endometrium is considered normal?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
The normal thickness of the endometrium is not constant; it varies according to the different stages of a woman's menstrual cycle. The thickness of the endometrium at different stages of the menstrual cycle is as follows:
1. Just after menstruation: The endometrium is relatively thin, with a thickness of approximately 0.2–0.3 cm.
2. Ovulation phase: As estrogen levels rise, the endometrium gradually thickens in preparation for implantation of a fertilized egg. The thickness at this stage is approximately 0.6–0.8 cm.
3. Before menstruation begins: The endometrium reaches its maximum thickness, generally around 1.0 cm, and sometimes may reach 1.2 cm or more. The endometrium subsequently sheds, leading to menstruation.
Endometrial thickness is influenced by multiple factors. When assessing whether endometrial thickness is normal, multiple factors should be comprehensively considered and evaluated according to the specific clinical context.
