Female friends often hear words like 'normal thickness of uterine wall' or 'thickening of uterine wall'. The thickening of the uterine wall can be divided into two situations: one is a normal phenomenon and does not require medical treatment; Another type is caused by illness and requires treatment. Below, we will provide a detailed explanation of the causes of uterine wall thickening.
1. Changes in hormones in the body. About a week before menstruation, it is normal for the uterine wall to thicken. This is only temporary, and after menstruation, it will return to normal thickness. When the follicles in the ovaries develop, there is an increase in estrogen in the body, which stimulates the uterus and thickens the uterine wall. This situation is to facilitate the normal physiological response of fertilized egg implantation. If the above process is not smooth, the endometrium in the uterus will gradually fall off during menstruation and be excreted from the body with menstrual blood.
2. Endometrial hyperplasia. When there is hyperplasia or polyps, the uterine wall will have a thickening reaction. At this time, there will be a lot of curettage materials, accompanied by the appearance of red polyp tissue, which will have a negative impact on the endometrium. This situation is pathological and requires timely medical treatment, otherwise the harm will be significant.
3. Tumors. Another possible reason for the thickening of the uterine wall is the tumor caused by problems with endocrine function. This situation is relatively rare, but we also have to take preventive measures. It is recommended to undergo regular physical examinations and seek medical attention promptly if there are any abnormalities.
4. Obesity. In fact, obese women also have thicker uterine walls than usual. Because overweight people, their adrenal glands secrete a hormone that, through a series of actions, ultimately becomes estrone. The uterus is affected by long-term high levels of estrogen, and the uterine wall gradually thickens.
