A new treatment option for adenomyosis is the repositioning of mifepristone.
Adenomyosis is a common and chronic gynecological condition where the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, grows into the muscular wall of the uterus (the myometrium). This can cause a variety of symptoms, including:
- Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
- Severe cramping or pelvic pain during menstruation
- Enlarged uterus
- Pain during intercourse
Because adenomyosis is so common, finding effective treatments is a high priority. A recent randomized clinical trial found mifepristone to be both effective and safe for treating adenomyosis, supporting its use as a new treatment option.
