Adenomyosis Explained: The Hidden Cause of Heavy Periods & Pain (Diagnosis + Treatment, UK)

Описание: Adenomyosis is a common but often missed cause of heavy periods, clots/flooding, and worsening period pain. In this video, I explain what adenomyosis is (in plain language), why it’s frequently confused with fibroids or endometriosis, how it’s diagnosed in the UK (ultrasound/MRI), and the treatment options—from symptom control and iron support to hormonal options and when referral to gynaecology is appropriate.

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At Balanced Woman UK, we share calm, evidence‑based women’s health education. In this video we explain what adenomyosis is (in plain language), how it can feel, why it’s often missed, how it’s diagnosed in the UK (ultrasound and sometimes MRI), and the treatment options you may be offered, based on your symptoms and your fertility goals.
This isn’t about self‑diagnosing. It’s about giving you a map so you can walk into your GP appointment prepared, and leave with a plan.

🔍 What We Cover
What adenomyosis actually is
Symptoms: heavy bleeding, clots/flooding, worsening cramps, pelvic pain, bloating/pressure, fatigue
Why adenomyosis is often missed (overlap with fibroids/endometriosis, “normalised” pain)
Adenomyosis, fertility, and pregnancy (a calm, realistic overview)
Diagnosis in the UK: what your GP may ask + ultrasound/MRI + blood tests for anaemia
Treatment options based on your goals: pain control, bleeding control, hormonal options (including LNG‑IUS/Mirena), referral pathways
When procedures or surgery may be discussed (including hysterectomy for some)
Practical coping support and what to ask your GP to be taken seriously
✅ Key reminder
Heavy bleeding and period pain are common—but if they’re affecting your quality of life, they deserve assessment and treatment.

CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro – heavy bleeding and pain deserve answers (no shame, no minimising)
1:08 What adenomyosis actually is
2:00 Symptoms: when periods stop being “normal”
2:55 Why adenomyosis is often missed
3:41 What causes adenomyosis? (not your fault)
4:15 Adenomyosis, fertility, and pregnancy
5:01 Getting diagnosed in the UK (history + scan + blood tests)
6:03 Treatment depends on your goals
6:30 First‑line support (pain + heavy bleeding, incl. Mirena/LNG‑IUS)
7:24 Procedures and surgical options (when symptoms are severe)
8:25 Living with Adenomyosis and Practical Support
9:20 What to ask your Doctor about Adenomyosis
10:13 Review
10:45 End screen (Endometriosis video)

DISCLAIMER
This video is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. If you have heavy bleeding, flooding, passing large clots, new or worsening pelvic pain, pain during sex, or symptoms of anaemia (such as severe fatigue, dizziness, breathlessness), contact your GP. Seek urgent help if you have very heavy bleeding, feel faint, have severe pain, fever, or feel very unwell.

📚 Evidence‑Based Sources
NHS — Heavy periods: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heavy-p...
NHS — Endometriosis: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/endomet...
NHS — Hysterectomy: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hystere...
NICE — Heavy menstrual bleeding (NG88): https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng88
NICE — Endometriosis (NG73): https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng73

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Adenomyosis Explained: The Hidden Cause of Heavy Periods & Pain (Diagnosis + Treatment, UK)