What is uterus didelphys?

Uterus didelphys is an unusual condition in which an individual grows two uteruses. It's also referred to as a double uterus. Double uterus is a birth defect that you are born with. Your two uterine cavities are smaller than the cavity of a normal uterus. Each of your two uteruses has its fallopian tube and ovary.

A uterus begins as two ducts in a developing embryo. These ducts eventually merge to form the uterus. Your uterus is a single hollow organ and an upside-down pear in shape. When you have uterus didelphys, the two ducts do not merge. Each duct instead forms its own uterus, so you have two. Two cervixes and two vaginal canals may also be present in some people with a double uterus. Rather than a pear-shaped uterus, if you have uterus didelphys, your uteruses are banana-shaped.

What are the symptoms of uterus didelphys?

Most people are unaware that they have uterus didelphys because it has no symptoms. Instead, it's found when doing a usual pelvic check or when looking into significant menstrual cramps or recurrent miscarriages.

If you're having symptoms of uterus didelphys, you may have:

• Painful intercourse.
• Spasmodic cramps before and during your period.
• Excessive bleeding when you get your period.
• Bleeding when you use a tampon (tampon is only in one of the vaginal canals and not the other).
• Recurrent miscarriage.
• Preterm labor.

What causes a uterus didelphys?

Uterus didelphys happens when two ducts (the Mullerian ducts) don't fuse normally as a fetus is developing. They usually merge to form one uterus. If you have a double uterus, the ducts don't merge, and each duct develops into its own uterus. Double vaginas and double cervixes also occur in some people. There isn't a clear understanding why Mullerian ducts don't fuse for some people.

What does uterus didelphys do to periods?

Uterus didelphys can impact your cycle in one or all of the below manners:

• Extremely heavy or unusual bleeding during menstruation.
• Crampy periods.
• Cramping and pressure in the pelvic area.
• Tampon use difficulty.

How is uterus didelphys diagnosed?

Your physician might diagnose a double uterus during a routine pelvic exam after detecting two cervixes or two vaginas. They will probably order further imaging tests to verify uterus didelphys.

What are the tests to be performed to diagnose uterus didelphys?

To determine the diagnosis and look into the size and shape of your double uterus, more imaging tests will be used. Your doctor may prescribe the following tests, among others:

• Ultrasound: Your doctor will use a transvaginal or abdominal ultrasound to get pictures of your uterus. A wand is inserted into your vagina during a transvaginal ultrasound.
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): MRI take high-quality pictures of your uterus with a magnetic field and radio waves.
• Sonohysterogram: Your doctor places a thin catheter into each uterus and injects saline into the cavity. Next, they do a transvaginal ultrasound to obtain images of the cavity as the fluid flows through your cervix and into your uterus.
• Hysterosalpingography: A special dye is injected into each uterus. Your doctor then uses an X-ray to get pictures as the dye passes through your cervix and into your uterus.

Is it possible to fix uterine dysplasia?

Yes, it is possible to fix uterine didelphys.Your doctor usually doesn't advise treating a double uterus unless you have symptoms such as recurrent late pregnancy loss. Surgeons will combine your uteruses by surgery, which may compromise your remaining uterus. If you have painful sex, the related longitudinal vaginal septum (which means two vaginas) can be surgically excised.

Can uterus didelphys cause infertility?

Uterus didelphys can lead to infertility in specific people. For the most people, the structure of your uterus does not stop you from getting pregnant or giving birth. It does, however, make you more likely to experience a miscarriage.

Will I miscarry if I have uterus didelphys?

You won't miscarry because you have a double uterus. Your risk of miscarriage is just a little higher. This is because your uterus is smaller, which hinders the fetus's growth. A typical shape also influences the placenta and blood supply in your uterus. In case of recurrent late second-trimester miscarriages, your doctor will recommend surgery to fix your double uterus. Surgical intervention can improve your chances for full-term pregnancy.

Can a woman with two uteruses become pregnant?

Yes, you can become pregnant if you have uterus didelphys. Your doctor will closely follow your pregnancy to keep you and your baby healthy. You're at higher risk for several pregnancy complications.

What are pregnancy complications of a uterus didelphys?

You are more likely to have pregnancy complications if you have a double uterus.

The pregnancy complications of a double uterus are:

• Miscarriage.
• Early labor.
• Breech babies.
• Cesarean birth.
• Low birth weight.
• Growth restriction.
• Vaginal septum rupture at the time of vaginal delivery.

Most women with a double uterus deliver healthy babies. Discuss your concerns with your doctor to ensure that you get the care you need.

How do I prevent uterus didelphys?

Uterus didelphys is congenital, which develops during fetal development and cannot be prevented. The cause of uterine anomalies and whether they are inherited are unknown to medical professionals.

Are there health risks associated with uterus didelphys?

Most of people with multiple uteruses enjoy long, healthy lives free from serious health issues. A double uterus is linked to the following risks:

• Complications during pregnancy such as miscarriage and preterm birth.
• Risk of cesarean section increased because your baby is not positioned well for birth.
• Heavy bleeding during periods.
• Missed or mispositioned kidney.

Why choose Tender Palm Super-Speciality Hospital for Uterus Didelphys treatment in Lucknow, India?

Tender Palm Super-Speciality Hospital offers advanced Uterus Didelphys treatment in Lucknow, India, at an affordable cost. We have a team of experienced gynecologists and reproductive health specialists, known as some of the best doctors for congenital uterine conditions. We provide accurate diagnosis with advanced imaging such as ultrasound and MRI, personalized medical care, and surgical treatment when required to support reproductive health. Our Gynecology team has decades of experience in successfully managing Uterus Didelphys in Lucknow, India.

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