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Liu Jian Wei
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Cervical cancer is divided into several stages.
Cervical cancer is categorized into four stages based on the extent of the cancer lesion, with different stages receiving different treatments clinically. Stage I cervical cancer is the earliest stage, while stage IV cervical cancer is the latest stage, often invading organs beyond the reproductive system. Clinically, early-stage cervical cancer is primarily treated with surgical resection, followed by postoperative radiotherapy and chemotherapy to reduce the likelihood of cancer recurrence. In contrast, late-stage cervical cancer is treated primarily with radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
The difference between endometritis and endometrial cancer.
Endometritis falls under the category of inflammation and its general clinical treatment primarily involves anti-inflammatory treatment. Endometrial cancer, on the other hand, is a malignant tumor of the uterus and differs in prognosis and treatment. The preferred treatment for endometrial cancer is surgical. If the patient has missed the opportunity for surgery, chemotherapy or radiotherapy can be administered, with the aim of extending the patient’s life as much as possible. Compared to endometritis, which is relatively mild, endometrial cancer has a more significant impact.
Reasons for the sudden enlargement of uterine fibroids
Uterine fibroids generally grow slowly. In clinical practice, if there is a sudden increase in the size of uterine fibroids in a short period, it is recommended that the patient immediately seek medical attention at a local hospital to ascertain the cause. Commonly observed reasons for an increase in the size of uterine fibroids include: firstly, if the uterine fibroids are tending towards malignancy, they can increase in size rapidly. Additionally, during pregnancy, under the influence of high levels of hormones in the body, pregnant women may also experience a sudden increase in the size of uterine fibroids, accompanied by red degeneration.
Will a teratoma disappear with Chinese herbal medicine?
Teratoma is a common type of ovarian cyst. Clinically, teratomas will not disappear by taking traditional Chinese medicine. Generally, it is recommended that if a patient suspects a teratoma, they should immediately seek medical attention at a local hospital, undergo gynecological examinations, gynecological ultrasound, and other relevant tests, and hospitalization for surgical treatment if necessary. The primary purpose of the surgery is to completely remove the ovarian teratoma. Secondly, the removed ovarian teratoma should be subjected to further pathological examination to confirm whether it is an ovarian teratoma.
Does cervical erosion hurt?
In most cases, cervical erosion does not cause pain. However, cervical erosion caused by inflammation of the cervix and vagina can result in lower abdominal pain in some patients. The primary reason for this pain is the irritation from the inflammation, which can lead to lower abdominal pain and discomfort in the lower back. Therefore, if a patient experiences pain in the lower abdomen and lower back, it is recommended to visit the gynecology department of the local hospital for a gynecological examination to determine whether there is cervical erosion and chronic inflammation, and to provide timely treatment if necessary.
How to eliminate ovarian cysts?
Currently, most ovarian cysts in clinical practice require surgical removal. However, not all ovarian cysts need to be removed surgically. For some ovarian cysts, such as pelvic inflammatory cysts, anti-inflammatory treatment can be given first. After one course of anti-inflammatory treatment, the treatment effect should be evaluated. If the treatment effect is unsatisfactory, surgical treatment can be considered again. Furthermore, if the ovarian cyst is not large, it is also not indicated for surgical removal. Therefore, the severity of the condition needs to be assessed before treating an ovarian cyst.
What to do about endometrial cancer pain?
Endometrial cancer, when cancerous tissues invade local nerves, can cause patients to experience pain. This type of pain is recommended to be alleviated by oral painkillers. Pain caused by cancer is an important factor affecting the quality of life of patients in the middle and late stages of the disease; therefore, in clinical practice, analgesic medications can be administered to relieve symptoms in patients with cancer pain. (Please take medications under the guidance of a doctor.)
Uterine prolapse is classified into several degrees.
The current grading of uterine prolapse commonly used in China can be divided into mild, moderate, and severe. The grading is based on the position and severity of the prolapse. Generally, mild indicates that the prolapse of the uterus has not exceeded the external orifice of the vagina. Moderate indicates that part of the uterus has prolapsed beyond the vaginal orifice, and the most severe suggests that the uterus has completely prolapsed to the external orifice of the vagina. Therefore, a gynecological examination is needed in the clinic for assessment.
Do teratomas need to be surgically removed?
If a teratoma is confirmed, it is recommended that the patient undergo surgery immediately to confirm the diagnosis. The surgery for teratoma can be divided into minimally invasive and open surgery. Due to the development of current medical techniques, most teratomas can be operated on using laparoscopy, which is characterized by faster recovery and less trauma. However, in certain special cases, such as when the teratoma is large or the patient is overweight and has a number of other chronic diseases, open surgery can be chosen.
Do ovarian cysts hurt?
Most ovarian cysts do not cause abdominal pain, especially when they are small and benign. However, some patients with ovarian cysts may experience abdominal pain symptoms. For example, endometriotic cysts, also known as chocolate cysts, can cause severe lower abdominal pain, particularly manifesting as menstrual-like abdominal pain. When these pain symptoms occur, the primary reason patients initially visit local hospitals is to undergo medical examination for the condition.