Adenomyosis in Adolescence

The incidence of adenomyosis in adolescents is unknown. It appears probable but remains unclear if adenomyosis plays a role as a cause of dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, and pelvic pain in adolescents. The diagnosis of adenomyosis in general is difficult. Additionally, the typical diagnostic signs of adenomyosis in clinical, sonographic, and radiologic examination might be missing in very young patients. This makes the disease almost invisible for the examiner. Presuming that the disease adenomyosis might start in the early reproductive life, it is of importance to consider adenomyosis as a possible cause of menstruation-related symptoms in adolescents. The following chapter describes the diagnostic and therapeutic options regarding the particular situation of an adolescent. Access this chapter Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout Purchases are for personal use only Similar content being viewed by others Change history 10 September 2022 Correction to:

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