The uterus, or womb, is the place where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant. The first sign of a problem with the uterus may be bleeding between periods or after sex. Causes can include hormones, thyroid problems, fibroids, polyps, cancer, infection, or pregnancy.
Conditions affecting the uterus or any other part of your reproductive system are referred to as uterine problems. Some common uterine problems include uterine fibroids, endometriosis, uterine prolapse and uterine tuberculosis.
Uterine Fibroids : The precise cause of uterine fibroids in unknown. However, some factors such hormones, family history and pregnancy increase the risk of uterine fibroids.
Endometriosis : It is generally caused by infections such as STI (sexually transmitted infections), tuberculosis and infections from normal vaginal bacteria.
Uterine prolapse : Ageing, lower levels of oestrogen, damaged pelvic muscles or tissues, obesity, chronic constipation, chronic cough can increase the risk of uterine prolapse.
Uterine tuberculosis : Sexual contact with an infected person
Uterine problems may be treated using a combination of medication (including hormones), exercises and surgery such as hysterectomy, myomectomy. For some conditions, ‘watchful waiting' may be recommended. This means that no treatment is provided, but you will have to visit your doctor regularly to keep track of your condition and track symptoms.
