DIAGNOSIS
This procedure is called endometrial sampling. Also, pelvic ultrasounds and/or pelvic computerized tomography (CT) tests can be done to confirm a diagnosis.
In a woman with pelvic pain or bleeding, a trial of medication treatment is often given before a hysterectomy is considered.
Symptoms
• Fever or chills.
• Heavy bleeding or unusual vaginal discharge.
• Severe pain.
• Redness or discharge from incisions.
• Problems urinating or having a bowel movement.
• Shortness of breath or chest pain.
Causes
• Heavy periods – which can be caused by fibroids.
• Pelvic pain – which may be caused by endometriosis, unsuccessfully treated pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), adenomyosis or fibroids.
• Prolapse of the uterus.
• cancer of the womb, ovaries or cervix
FAQ
not available currently