Question 1

how many women get any kind of uterine diseases?

Accepted Answer

Many do but differ: I will share this question with experts in the obgyn fields who see women with uterine disorders. Abnormalities, infections, cancer in the lining or wall of the uterus can be due to many causes. Evaluation and treatment involve multiple approaches.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: uterine diseases?

Accepted Answer

Nonspecific: there are a host of diseases that can affect the uterus, not limited to abnormal uterine bleeding, fibroids, cancer, infection.

Question 3

i have uterine fibroids and crihns disease. could the fibroids cause my crohn's to flare when i have my period? (have had 2 non-period flares in 2years

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: While there should not be any direct link between fibroids, your menstrual period, and crohn's disease flares, it might be difficult to differentiate which condition is responsible for a given symptom.  Any of the three mentioned can cause pain, bloating, or cramps.  If symptoms are severe enough, it would be worth visiting your health care provider for an opinion about how best to manage symptoms.

Question 4

can thyroid diseases cause dysfuntional uterine bleeding? tsh is 0.10 free t4 0.93. started bc not working well.

Accepted Answer

Uterine bleeding: Your bleeding is likely the result of your birth control poll.  Some pills can result in bleeding between periods. If you are not supposed to have a period and  do, you should see an  ob/gyn doctor and they will  check you out. Your thyroid fx is good. And thyroid disfunction normally does not cause bleeding issues. Good luck!

Question 5

what does thickening of the uterus wall mean? can it be caused by sexually transmitted diseases

Accepted Answer

Uterus: Thickening of the wall can occur during various times of the menstrual cycle.  Thickening has nothing to do with STDs

Question 6

what is uterine leiomyoma cause?

Accepted Answer

Often nothing: Uterine leiomyomas (aka fibroids) are the most common pelvic tumor in women. They are often found incidentally and cause no symptoms. We call these fibroids "passengers" because they ride in the uterus and do not need any treatment. Women that have symptoms often complain of heavy menstrual flow, pelvic pain, or increased urinary frequency.

Question 7

what causes a thin uterine lining?

Accepted Answer

Thin lining: At certain times of your cycle the lining is thin - immediately after your period. Estrogen thickens/ grows the uterine lining. A low amount of estrogen production will result in a thin lining. The most common thing that causes a thin lining in young women is hormonal contraceptives (pills, depo, mirena, (levonorgestrel) NuvaRing ). Here, it is normal and not an indication of any problem.

Question 8

what can cause uterine infections?

Accepted Answer

Usually bacteria: The lining of the uterus is a perfect substrate for bacteria to grow.  In the lab they use blood agar to culture bacteria and the inside of the uterus is similar.  Any bacteria that gets from the vagina into the uterus can begin to grow and set up an infection in the uterus.  Frequently these are sexually transmitted but not always.  Infection can also happen after a c/section or vaginal delivery.

Question 9

what sort of disorder is uterine fibroids?

Accepted Answer

Uterine growths: Fibroids are benign growths of smooth muscle of the uterus. They are not precancerous, however, they can cause symptoms. Some symptoms of fibroids include abdominal pain and heavy vaginal bleeding. They can be treated with hormonal medications or surgery if they are extremely bothersome.

Question 10

can uterine polyps cause anemia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes if polyps are large enough to cause heavy or irregular menstruation.

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