What are the treatments for adenomyosis?

Uterine adenomyosis is a common gynecological disease. Its appearance will cause certain physical discomfort to patients and even affect their quality of life. So, what are the ways to eradicate uterine adenomyosis? Below I will introduce some common treatment methods.

1. Drug treatment

Drug therapy is a non-surgical treatment method suitable for patients with relatively small adenomyomas. Commonly used drugs include progesterone and oral contraceptives. Progesterone drugs can inhibit ovarian function and reduce the secretion of estrogen, thereby achieving the purpose of shrinking adenomyomas. Oral contraceptives can inhibit ovarian function and achieve the effect of reducing tumor size by regulating the female endocrine system. These drugs have the advantages of simplicity, convenience, no surgery and recovery period, but there are also some side effects, such as breast tenderness, headache, dizziness, etc.

2. Minimally Invasive Surgery

Minimally invasive surgery is a surgical treatment method performed through a small incision or endoscope. It is suitable for patients with larger tumors or symptoms. Common minimally invasive surgeries include adenomyomectomy and uterine artery embolization. Adenomyomectomy is performed by cutting a small piece at the base of the adenomyoma, which can shrink the adenomyoma, but some traumatic reactions may occur after the operation, such as bleeding and infection. Uterine artery embolization is to inject drugs or embolic agents into the uterine artery through a catheter to block it, thereby achieving the purpose of shrinking the adenomyoma. This method is safe and reliable, but some symptoms such as abdominal pain and discomfort may occur after the operation, which requires the guidance and monitoring of a doctor.

3. Surgical treatment

Surgical treatment is a more thorough treatment method, suitable for patients with larger tumors or severe symptoms. Common surgical methods include cesarean section for uterine fibroids and hysterectomy. Cesarean section for uterine fibroids refers to the removal of uterine fibroids during a cesarean section, which is suitable for patients who plan to have children. Hysterectomy refers to the removal of the entire uterus, which is suitable for patients who no longer plan to have children or whose condition is more serious. Surgical treatment is a reliable treatment method, but recovery is required after surgery. Patients need to follow the doctor's instructions for rehabilitation and avoid adverse factors such as strenuous exercise and infection.

In general, there are many ways to treat adenomyoma. The method to be used should be determined based on the patient's specific situation and the doctor's advice. During the treatment process, patients should also pay close attention to their physical condition and avoid some bad living habits that may affect the treatment effect. I hope that every patient can recover soon and stay away from the troubles of the disease.