5 Myths of Adenomyosis. OBGYN explains
New School OBGYN
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Adenomyosis is one of the most misunderstood causes of painful, heavy periods—and a lot of what women are told about it is simply not true.
In this video, I break down *5 common myths about adenomyosis* and explain what’s actually happening in your body—so you can better understand your symptoms and know when to seek care.
We’ll cover:
• Why painful periods are *not always normal*
• Who actually gets adenomyosis (it’s not just “older women”)
• Why it’s more than just heavy bleeding
• The truth about ultrasound and diagnosis
• Whether hysterectomy is the only treatment
Bonus myth also included!
As an OB-GYN, I see many patients who have been told their symptoms are “normal” or “just part of aging”—when in reality, conditions like adenomyosis are often **underdiagnosed and treatable**.
If your periods are getting worse over time, interfering with your daily life, or not responding to typical treatments, it may be worth having a deeper conversation with your doctor.
💬 Have you heard any of these myths before? Let me know in the comments.
👍 If this helped you, consider liking and subscribing for more evidence-based women’s health content.
#Adenomyosis #PainfulPeriods #WomensHealth #OBGYN #MenstrualHealth #HeavyPeriods #Endometriosis
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In 4 months I’m getting endometriosis excision surgery and possibly hysterectomy.
I suffered for almost 20 years before being diagnosed. I tried a copper iud 6 months after delivering my 2nd son, but I bled so incredibly heavy for every period for 3 months, I'm talking having to put 2 overnight size pads on to cover from front to back waistband and having to go home from work because I was having to change them every 15-30 minutes. During my 3rd month ultrasound to check placement I was bleeding so heavily my doctor was shocked. The iud had shifted and I had to have it removed. I tried constant birth control and spotted for 10 months so, in my case, a hysterectomy at 35 was my only option. I was done having kids and I was done putting up with it.
I am 53 and struggled most my adult life , never taken seriously in UK NHS system.
I was treated like a neurotic young lady then as a mother who should expect issues then a forty something that shud expect probs and all thru it all anyone cud say was it’s probably irritable bowel ????
It took til nearly 50 to eventually get something done but this was too late , only one clinician had picd up on my scan I had it but was told by Drs that it’s not possible to pic up on a scan alone and it’s probably not even going to b of any benefit to me as there is nothing they can do
I ended up having coil fitted for very heavy painful periods and after many scans they couldn’t see coil that had bn in too long
Eventually I ended up with emergency surgery which I nearly died from ( the coil was stuck in a fibroid the size of a melon) how they missed that on scan is anyone’s guess ????
Because Drs did not state I had a form of endometriosis I wasn’t put on testosterone straight after surgery and because of this they missed the boat on helping me with HRT issues and now it wud seem I have endometriosis in my bowel and although I now have no womb or anything, it was a full hysterectomy I needed , I still have flare up pain and that unusual unsettling heavy grumbling feeling like an endometriosis flare up .
Thank you so much , this information is so important.
I do t want anyone else suffering like I have had to for years with no support and very little empathy or understanding.
5 Myths of Adenomyosis. OBGYN explains
New School OBGYN
22,692 views
Adenomyosis is one of the most misunderstood causes of painful, heavy periods—and a lot of what women are told about it is simply not true.
In this video, I break down *5 common myths about adenomyosis* and explain what’s actually happening in your body—so you can better understand your symptoms and know when to seek care.
We’ll cover:
• Why painful periods are *not always normal*
• Who actually gets adenomyosis (it’s not just “older women”)
• Why it’s more than just heavy bleeding
• The truth about ultrasound and diagnosis
• Whether hysterectomy is the only treatment
Bonus myth also included!
As an OB-GYN, I see many patients who have been told their symptoms are “normal” or “just part of aging”—when in reality, conditions like adenomyosis are often **underdiagnosed and treatable**.
If your periods are getting worse over time, interfering with your daily life, or not responding to typical treatments, it may be worth having a deeper conversation with your doctor.
💬 Have you heard any of these myths before? Let me know in the comments.
👍 If this helped you, consider liking and subscribing for more evidence-based women’s health content.
#Adenomyosis #PainfulPeriods #WomensHealth #OBGYN #MenstrualHealth #HeavyPeriods #Endometriosis
Our educational material is non-biased and sponsor free.
We may use affiliate links to show you preferred products by us at New School ObGyn and our patients.
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Youtube: @newschoolobgyn
Instagram: newschoolobgyn
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** The information in this video is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/advanced practice provider. **
Inquiries: NewSchoolObGYN@gmail.com
My biggest struggle was always being taken seriously about my health.