Question 1

is a heterogeneous myometrium abnormal?

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: Your question is unclear. What do you mean by heterogeneous myometrium? By some measures, normal myometrium is heterogeneous due to criss-crossing of muscle fibres.
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Question 2

diffusely heterogeneous myometrium with at least one fibroid?

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Fibroid 'picture": You have described a "picture" via ultrasound of at least one fibroid seen and a myometrium with the potential to develop more.(heterogenous)

Question 3

my ultrasound read heterogeneous myometrium without evidence of discrete fibroids. i'm not sure what this means?

Accepted Answer

: The appearance of the uterus is suggestive of fibroids but none can be identified. This is not unusual when fibroids, which are benign tumors, are small, but this could also simply be a normal uterine appearance subsequent to pregnancies. No follow up is required.

Question 4

my uterus is heterogeneous and anteverted. 7.4cmx5.1 cmx3.3cm. thickness 3mm. heterogeneous myometrium without discrete abnormality. what's this mean?

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Uterus: Really, if you are unsure, you should ask your gynecologist.  Obviously there was some reason that imaging was ordered.  Having said that, this could be a picture of a benign condition called adenomyosis, which is a condition of the uterus that can cause heavy periods, pelvic pain and can cause  this picture on ultrasound.   But I would really need to see the picture.

Question 5

should i be concerned that my uterus has a heterogeneous myometrium? can it cause complications or fertility issues?

Accepted Answer

: This is to be co-related to your symptoms and exam before that answer can be given.

Question 6

my recent studies shows a slightly heterogeneous myometrium without discrete fibroids, unremarkable appearance to the endometrium. i have constant dull pelvic pain, heaviness, & heavy periods that last 14 days. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

: Heterogenous myometrium with thickening of the uterine wall could be adenomyosis. this would explain your dull pelvic pain, heaviness and heavy periods. Follow up with your Gyn Dr to determine next steps which could include hormones.

Question 7

my ultrasound showed heterogeneous myometrium with no fibroids and no masses. also a small amount if fluid around the endometrial area. what does this mean. my dr told me i had a small uterus and my messaurements were all normal. i am very confused?

Accepted Answer

: It means normal things are found. The people who read these get fussed at if they just say normal, so they include doctor terms to make it more accepted.

Question 8

49 yrs old, no period in almost 2 yrs. started bleeding heavy, lasted 1 week. had trans vaginal ultrasound. showed enlarged uterus with heterogeneous myometrium. ill defined endometrium. thickness was 6mm. having d&c with hysterscopy. cancer?

Accepted Answer

: The information you have shared so far does not mean cancer however the D&amp;C with hysteroscopy is diagnostic to find out if there is cancer. It looks like you may have fibroid which is very common by this age and you may be having the bleeding because of the fibroid but it is best to be certain there is no cancer.

Question 9

need 2nd opinion re whether uterine biopsy is needed for post meno period. u/s results: enlarged uterus, 9.0x4.5x6.3 cm w/ heterogeneous appearing myometrium, possible adenomyosis is considered in right clinical setting.  endometrium normal 3 mm. ?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy good idea: Just because there is concern for Adenomyosis and the endometrium is 3 mm's, Endometrial or Tubal CA can easily cause post menopausal bleeding. The endometrial biopsy will tell the MD and you what NOT to consider as to the cause of the bleeding which is far more important right now then what IS causing the bleeding.

Question 10

what does it mean if ultrasound says you have prominent uterus with heterogeneous and vascular myometrium?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound ?'s: At age 55, and ultrasound of the uterus which shows a "prominent uterus with heterogeneous.vascular endometrium", may indicate an enlarge uterus with infiltration of endometrium into the smooth muscle of the uterus, a condition called "adenomyosis", which can cause heavier bleeding and pain.  It is unlikely to be a malignant change, but consult your gyn for advice.

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Is a heterogeneous myometrium abnormal?

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Diffusely heterogeneous myometrium with at least one fibroid?

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My ultrasound read heterogeneous myometrium without evidence of discrete fibroids. i'm not sure what this means?

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My uterus is heterogeneous and anteverted. 7.4cmx5.1 cmx3.3cm. thickness 3mm. heterogeneous myometrium without discrete abnormality. what's this mean?

A member asked:

Should i be concerned that my uterus has a heterogeneous myometrium? can it cause complications or fertility issues?

A member asked:

My recent studies shows a slightly heterogeneous myometrium without discrete fibroids, unremarkable appearance to the endometrium. i have constant dull pelvic pain, heaviness, & heavy periods that last 14 days. what could this be?

A member asked:

My ultrasound showed heterogeneous myometrium with no fibroids and no masses. also a small amount if fluid around the endometrial area. what does this mean. my dr told me i had a small uterus and my messaurements were all normal. i am very confused?

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49 yrs old, no period in almost 2 yrs. started bleeding heavy, lasted 1 week. had trans vaginal ultrasound. showed enlarged uterus with heterogeneous myometrium. ill defined endometrium. thickness was 6mm. having d&c with hysterscopy. cancer?

A member asked:

Need 2nd opinion re whether uterine biopsy is needed for post meno period. u/s results: enlarged uterus, 9.0x4.5x6.3 cm w/ heterogeneous appearing myometrium, possible adenomyosis is considered in right clinical setting. endometrium normal 3 mm. ?

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What does it mean if ultrasound says you have prominent uterus with heterogeneous and vascular myometrium?

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