I have been diagnosed with endometrisis when I was younger. June 2025 was told endo thick lining 6.0 have polyps and fibroids as well. No bleeding at this time.
July 17
Are you asking about the thick uterine lining associated with endometriosis?
With endometriosis, tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus — on areas like the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, and bowel. This tissue behaves just like the uterine lining, responding to hormonal changes during your cycle.
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Are you asking about the thick uterine lining associated with endometriosis?
With endometriosis, tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus — on areas like the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, and bowel. This tissue behaves just like the uterine lining, responding to hormonal changes during your cycle.
This means it can:
- Thicken during your cycle
- Break down and bleed
- Cause inflammation and scarring since the blood has nowhere to go
Unlike the lining inside the uterus, this misplaced tissue can't exit the body, which leads to pain, swelling, and the formation of scar tissue over time. Symptoms can worsen during menstruation but aren't limited to that time of the month. Common experiences include chronic pelvic pain, bloating (sometimes called "endo belly"), and bowel or bladder issues.
It's always worth discussing any changes in symptoms with a specialist who understands endometriosis, as they can help guide the best management options for you.
July 17