Patient's question:
What are the common symptoms of adenomyosis? Hello! I want to ask about the early symptoms of adenomyosis. When I found out I had adenomyosis, it was like a thunderbolt in the clear sky. I had severe menstrual cramps before and never took them seriously. Sigh! What are the early symptoms of adenomyosis?Doctor's answer:
Symptoms (1) Irregular menstruation (40%–50%) primarily manifests as prolonged menstrual periods and increased menstrual flow. Some patients may also experience spotting before and after menstruation. Severe cases can lead to anemia. (2) Dysmenorrhea (25%) is characterized by secondary, progressively worsening dysmenorrhea. It often begins one week before menstruation and subsides after the period ends. In the early stages, pain relief medication can alleviate the pain. However, as the condition progresses, the dosage of pain medication required significantly increases, making it unbearable for patients.