While both uterine fibroids and adenomyosis can similarly cause very heavy and painful periods, here’s how these two conditions differ:

➡️ Uterine Fibroids are benign muscular growths that can occur within the walls of the uterus.⁣

➡️ Adenomyosis is a condition where the cells that line the inside of the uterus and shed every month, grow into the muscle of the uterus.

If you have been diagnosed with either, Uterine Artery Embolisation which is a permanent, non-surgical procedure can offer long-term relief. Visit our website www.fibroids.co.za  or send us a message for more 💐

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