What conditions are associated with increased firmness?
Several conditions can cause increased firmness in the reproductive organs. These include:
- Fibroids: Non-cancerous growths in the uterus that can cause the uterine walls to feel firm. - Endometriosis: A condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside it, leading to firm, nodular areas. - Ovarian cysts: Fluid-filled sacs that can cause the ovaries to feel firm. - Adenomyosis: A condition where the inner lining of the uterus breaks through the muscle wall, causing the uterus to feel firm and enlarged.
