Abnormal proliferation of uterine endometrium tissue outside uterus is known as
A. Cystic fibrosis
B. Endometriosis
C. Metrorrhagia
D. Menorrhagia
Correct Answer: B. Endometriosis
Explanation
Abnormal proliferation of uterine endometrial tissue outside the uterus is known as Endometriosis.
Explanation:
- Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrial glands and stroma (uterine lining tissue) grow outside the uterine cavity.
- Common sites include the ovaries, fallopian tubes, pelvic peritoneum, uterosacral ligaments, and sometimes distant organs like the intestines or lungs.
- These ectopic endometrial tissues respond to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle, leading to inflammation, pain, and scarring.
Clinical features:
- Dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation)
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Dyspareunia (pain during intercourse)
- Infertility
- Irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding
Difference from similar terms:
- Endometritis → inflammation of the endometrium within the uterus
- Adenomyosis → endometrial tissue grows into the uterine muscle (myometrium)
- Endometriosis → endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus
👉 Hence, the correct term is Endometriosis.
Other Options Details
Here is a clear description of all the options:
A. Cystic Fibrosis
- A genetic, inherited disorder affecting the exocrine glands.
- Causes production of thick, sticky mucus.
- Mainly affects the lungs, pancreas, and gastrointestinal tract.
- In females, it may cause infertility due to thick cervical mucus.
- It is not a gynecological disease but a systemic condition.
B. Endometriosis
- A condition in which endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus (e.g., ovaries, fallopian tubes, pelvic peritoneum).
- Causes severe pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, and infertility.
- Pain often worsens during menstruation.
- Common in women of reproductive age.
C. Metrorrhagia
- Refers to irregular uterine bleeding occurring between menstrual periods.
- Bleeding is unrelated to the normal menstrual cycle.
- Causes may include hormonal imbalance, uterine fibroids, polyps, infections, or malignancy.
- The amount of bleeding may vary.
D. Menorrhagia
- Defined as excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding occurring at regular intervals.
- Menstrual flow lasts more than 7 days or is very heavy.
- Common causes include uterine fibroids, hormonal imbalance, bleeding disorders, and endometrial pathology.
- May lead to anemia if untreated.
I hope that you liked this article.
Thanks!! 🙏 😊
Writer: Vandita Singh, Lucknow (GS India Nursing Group