The infant uterus is difficult to identify, as the female external genitals are normal. However, there may be some signs and symptoms that may be indicative of an infant's uterus, such as delayed first menstruation, absence of pubic hair and underdeveloped breasts and underarms. Thus, it is important to go to the gynecologist for tests to be done and that way you can reach the diagnosis and start treatment.
Childhood uterus syndrome occurs when the uterus does not develop properly, maintaining small proportions during adulthood and can make pregnancy difficult.
Signs and symptoms of infant uterus
Signs and symptoms that may indicate that the uterus has not developed properly can be:
- First menstruation later than normal; Genital organ poorly developed; Absence of pubic and underarm hair; Breasts poorly developed; Volume of the uterus less than 30 cubic centimeters in adulthood; Irregular menstruation or absence of menstruation; Difficulty in getting pregnant; Spontaneous abortions.
The first signs of sexual maturity begin at around 11 or 12 years of age. Therefore, a woman aged 15 years or older who still has any of the above signs may have some major hormonal changes and should go to the gynecologist for an evaluation and tests. See more about infant uterus.
How the diagnosis is made
The diagnosis of the infant uterus is made by the gynecologist based on the evaluation of the signs and symptoms presented by the woman, especially the fact of the first delayed menstruation, little breast development and absence of pubic hair. In addition, the doctor performs a pelvic exam to check genital development.
In addition, the gynecologist may recommend performing other tests to confirm the diagnosis, such as blood tests, to check hormone levels, MRI and pelvic or transvaginal ultrasound in which the size of the uterus is checked, which in these cases is less than 30 cm.
Treatment for infant uterus
After the diagnosis, the gynecologist starts the treatment, which is usually done with the use of synthetic hormones capable of stimulating the development of the uterus, which can favor the woman's pregnancy if the ovaries are normal and ovulation happens correctly.
