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Fertility Glossary

Asherman syndrome

Scar tissue inside the uterus, often after surgery or infection.

Female fertility

Adhesions can cause light or absent periods and affect implantation. They are diagnosed and usually treated by hysteroscopy.

Also known as: Asherman's syndrome, intrauterine adhesions, uterine adhesions

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Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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