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Endometrial hyperplasia occurs when the endometrium, the lining of the uterus, becomes too thick. It is not cancer, but in some cases, it can lead to cancer of the uterus. The endometrium changes throughout the menstrual cycle in response to hormones. During the first part of the cycle, the hormone estrogen is made by the ovaries.
The first type of uterine thickening, which is more common in menstruating, younger women, is a thickening of the muscular layer. This is called leiomyomatosis. Although it is a benign condition, it is a very common cause of pelvic pain, menstrual irregularities, and bleeding. As such, sometimes it requires treatment with medications or surgery. The second type of uterine thickening is thickening of the uterine lining or endometrium. This is usually a normal finding in menstruating women at various times in the menstrual cycle. In post-menopausal women, it can be more concerning as it may be a sign of endometrial cancer.