What is the difference between endometriosis and adenomyosis?

The differences between endometriosis and adenomyosis usually include pathogenesis, symptoms, impact on fertility, scope of impact, treatment methods, etc. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a detailed examination and then follow the doctor's advice for treatment.

1. Pathogenesis: Endometriosis refers to the growth of endometrial tissue in other parts of the uterus, which is common in pelvic organs such as ovaries and fallopian tubes. Adenomyosis refers to the growth of endometrial tissue in the myometrium to form a glandular structure.

2. Symptoms: The main symptoms of endometriosis include irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, pelvic pain, etc. The symptoms of adenomyosis are mainly menorrhagia, prolonged menstrual cycle, pelvic pain, etc.

3. Impact on fertility: Endometriosis may cause fallopian tube obstruction, ovarian dysfunction and other problems, thus affecting fertility. Adenomyosis usually does not directly affect fertility, but may cause the formation of uterine fibroids, which in turn affects fertility.

4. Scope of influence: The scope of endometriosis is usually limited to pelvic organs, such as ovaries, fallopian tubes, etc., while the scope of adenomyosis is mainly in the uterine muscle layer.

5. Treatment methods: The treatment of endometriosis mainly includes drug therapy, surgical resection, etc. The treatment of adenomyosis mainly includes drug therapy, surgical resection of uterine fibroids, etc.

There are many differences between the two diseases. If you experience physical discomfort, you should go to the hospital for relevant examinations for a clear diagnosis, and then choose the appropriate treatment method under the guidance of a doctor.