Having heavy periods and severe cramps? It could be adenomyosis

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Adenomyosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows into the muscular wall of the womb (Photo: Gemini)

Many women grow up believing that painful, heavy periods are simply part of being female. Every month, they push through severe cramps, carry extra sanitary products everywhere they go and adjust their lives around menstrual pain.

Yet for some, these symptoms are not normal at all; they are signs of adenomyosis, a little-known condition that can significantly affect a woman’s quality of life.

Adenomyosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows into its muscular wall, causing chronic pain, heavy menstrual bleeding and, in some cases, fertility challenges.