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How is Asherman’s syndrome diagnosed?   We are often asked how is Asherman’s syndrome diagnosed? Usually when you either experience symptoms of the condition like pelvic pain, amenorrhea (lack of menstruation), abnormal uterine bleeding or an inability to get and … Continued

Does Asherman’s syndrome cause miscarriage? We are often asked “Does Asherman’s Syndrome cause miscarriage”? Sadly it can. You can become pregnant if you have Asherman’s syndrome. Asherman’s syndrome causes there to be less space inside your uterus. It impacts on … Continued

Causes of Adhesions in Asherman’s Syndrome Causes of Adhesions in Asherman’s Syndrome most frequently follow a D&C procedure. Asherman syndrome may be underdiagnosed. Routine examinations or diagnostic procedures such as an ultrasound scan do not always detect adhesions. It can … Continued

Preventing Asherman’s Syndrome Whenever undertaking medical treatment you should be offered those preventing Asherman’s Syndrome. Whether a termination, removal of retained products of conception or following miscarriage natural or medical management should be a priority. If surgery becomes necessary then … Continued

Asherman’s Syndrome Symptoms and Causes If you have Asherman’s syndrome symptoms and causes  can include: Having very light periods (hypomenorrhea). Not having a period (amenorrhea) or having abnormal uterine bleeding. Feeling severe cramping or pelvic pain. Having difficulty getting pregnant … Continued

Infertility Cause A major infertility cause are adhesions within the uterus. They develop after a D&C when the lining is removed. It has been reported that 88% of AS cases occur after a D&C is performed on a recently pregnant uterus, following a missed … Continued

Childbirth and Pelvic Organ Prolapse Childbirth is the primary contributing factor for developing Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP). It’s possible for women who have not given birth to develop POP, but it’s very rare. Women who have given birth to one … Continued

HRT with Mirena Coil Increase the Risk of Fallopian Tube Cancer   HRT with Mirena Coil Increase the Risk of Fallopian Tube Cancer and women need to be warned of the risks before treatment. Primary fallopian tube carcinoma (PFTC) or … Continued

Pelvic Organ Prolapse Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) occurs when the pelvic organs drop or prolapse from their normal position. This is due to the weakening of the pelvic floor. In women, a POP is a hernia of the vaginal canal. … Continued

HRT is accompanied by elevated risk for uterine prolapse The pelvic floor contains receptors for oestrogen and progesterone. HRT therefore affect its function. A study in 2019 considered the use of estradiol-progestogen postmenopausal hormone therapy in women with a uterus … Continued