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endometrium
(redirected from Uterine lining)

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endometrium
the mucous membrane that lines the uterus

endometrium [¦en·dō¦mē·trē·əm]
(anatomy)
The mucous membrane lining the uterus.


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Endometriosis occurs when the endometrium, or uterine lining, grows outside of the uterus.
Side effects may include: * Reduction in the quality of cervical mucous * Thinning of the uterine lining * Ovarian cysts * Hot flashes * Nausea * Headaches * Weight gain * Fatigue * Increased risk of having twins * Slight increase in risk of miscarriage HMG or Human Menotropic Gonadotropins (Repronex) is given by subcutaneous injection.
A third form of surgery, which is known as Uterine Balloon Ablation, or roller ball surgery, destroys the uterine lining of women that suffer excessive blood flow.
 
 
 
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