Gynecological disease is definitely an uninvited but most "hateful" guest to women.
According to recent statistics, the rate of gynecological infections in Vietnamese women of reproductive age is up to 42% -64%. And almost any woman can get a gynecological problem at least once in her life.
What is gynecological disease?
This is a term used to refer to diseases related to the female genitals. This includes diseases of the lower genitals (vagina, vulva, cervix). And diseases of the upper genital organs (ovaries, fallopian tubes and uterus).
Signs that recognize dangerous gynecological diseases:
Abnormal vaginal bleeding : Often referred to as hemorrhage. This is a warning sign of hormone disorders, pituitary adenoma.
The genital area has an unusual odor : When the genital area has a fishy or sour odor. These can be a sign of vaginitis due to an overgrowth of bacteria (usually Gardnerella).
Unusual urination : The body normally urinates 6 times a day. 300ml at a time is normal if drinking enough water. Office work, air conditioning, more urination. But the constant urge to urinate is painful, so beware.
Anorexia, unusual appetite : Anorexia, appetite, flatulence ... is not a gastrointestinal disease. However, ovarian cancer is also responsible for these phenomena, doctors say.
Dangerous gynecological diseases
1. Vaginal infections
Candida fungi, bacteria, whip ... can attack at any time in the genital area. Causes inflammation. Vaginal vaginitis causes itching and discomfort, a lot of gas damage, green color ...
During pregnancy vaginitis can affect pregnancy and fetus. Depends on how heavy it is. The cause of vaginitis is improper hygiene. Or perform unsafe abortion procedures, ...
2. Menstrual disorders
Postpartum menstruation for the first year may be irregular. But will return to orbit soon. The phenomenon of menstrual disorders here is a change in the period, the amount of blood and the number of days to menstruation.
For example, the menstrual cycle is more common in women in a 28 to 32 day loop with about 80 to 200 ml of blood. Bleeding is usually seen in 3 to 7 days. If your period is less than 28 days. Or more than 32 days. And bleeding less than 3 days or more than 7 days. Means you have a menstrual disorder.
Menstrual disorders prevent eggs and sperm from meeting each other for conception, risking infertility and infertility.
3. Pelvic inflammation
Symptoms: Menstrual disorders for a long time, gas damage a lot. And accompanied by the smell of pus, pus and blood. Or often experience pain in the lower abdomen. Or feeling pain during sex is a sign of the disease. Mothers will always feel dizzy, nauseous and tired ...
4. Inflammation of the uterus
Inflammation of the uterus is common in women after giving birth or having had a miscarriage ... The main cause is due to multiple births. That affects the uterine dilatation. Or use a highly cleansing vaginal solution that kills beneficial bacteria or has unprotected sex.
Inflammation of the uterus, if it gets worse, can interfere with sex. As well as the migration and penetration of sperm into the cervix. If left for a long time, it will lead to infertility in women.
5. Inflammation of the uterine gland
The most obvious telltale sign is that a bad gas appears with an unpleasant odor. After sex there may be bleeding. The cause may be due to repeated abortion, leading to the destruction of the tissues inside the cervix.
When you notice signs of abnormalities in women, you should see the gynecologist early. For prompt treatment, avoid the risk of infertility.
6. Cervical fibroids
This is a disease that develops in uterine muscle cells through the stimulation of the hormone estrogen in the body. Therefore, when women enter menopause, the amount of estrogen drops sharply, so the fibroids also shrink. Fibers may be one or more masses with sizes as small as a few millimeters to centimeters.
In fact, these tumors also interfere with conception, leading to infertility and infertility in women of childbearing age.
7. Ovarian cyst
Also known as polycystic ovary syndrome. This is a hormonal imbalance, ovarian cyst, or ovarian dysfunction. This can affect a woman's hormones. Leads to irregular menstrual cycles. Restricting the fertility of women in the time of expecting to have children.
8. Cervical polyps
Polyps usually have long, soft stalks located outside the cervix, which can range from a few millimeters to very large, usually pink in color, bleeding easily.
Polyps are associated with inflammation in the vaginal area for a long time. In case the polyp is only a few millimeters small, it will prevent sperm from searching for eggs to fertilize. If the polyp has grown up to a few centimeters larger. It is more likely to clog or block the cervix, putting the person in danger.
Identifying signs: Menstrual disturbances, severe abdominal pain, and unexplained fatigue. Or burning pain during sex, unusual vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding.
9. Cervical cancer
Formed when cells in the lining of the cervix begin to grow abnormally and become difficult to control, assembling into a large tumor. If the tumor is benign, it usually does not spread without harm. On the contrary, a melanoma will spread quickly and develop into a life-threatening cancer.
Manifestations: Feeling pain in the pelvic area, back area, lower abdomen, abnormal vaginal bleeding, menstrual disturbances, difficult urination, unusual color and odor of vaginal discharge ...
Treatment
Each gynecological disease has a different treatment. Based on the examination, the doctor will recommend the appropriate treatment. It is important to have these symptoms immediately to the hospital or gynecological clinic for examination.
Note need to visit both husband and wife and adhere to the prescription of the doctor. In addition, it is necessary to take some of the following precautions:
Keep the external genitals clean and dry
Avoid having sex until the illness is over
Take a shower and avoid prolonged immersion in water.
Avoid wearing tight pants, wear breathable clothing, especially in hot and humid weather
Dangerous gynecological disease signs can be very easily confused with other normal conditions. If not detected early and treated in time can affect fertility.
-Ele Luong-