Obstetricians and gynecologists warn Thai women at risk of disease ‘Chocolate cyst’ a serious threat Suggestions for lower abdominal pain don’t let go Hurry up to heal before it’s late. It can be treated quickly with medication. no surgery
Renowned obstetrician and gynecologist, Police Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Oran Tritanon, specialist at the Police Hospital, owner of the page “Oran Tritanon office desk” Joined the panel discussion ‘Expert Treat Expert Talk 2022’ on Facebook Live on the topic “Chocolate cysts dangers that women should know about” with Khun Yadpirun, Pu Lun, moderator
Police Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Oran said that the hashtag #Low tummy ache, don’t let it pass that we want to campaign today for all women to realize And observe yourself if you have chronic lower abdominal pain or not. Because it may be endometrial growth in the wrong place. or chocolate cysts How does this disease occur? Many people are probably wondering. Born from the uterine lining to the wrong place from normal to be in the uterine cavity but in the ovaries which we call a chocolate cyst If it is in the uterine fibroids causing the uterus to grow, it is called a specific name. adenomeiosis (adenomyosis), which is a silent disease for women due to the possibility of developing cancer or if left for too long, chocolate cysts which looks like an ovarian cyst will grow bigger and more likely to rupture in the stomach hemorrhage in the stomach
In addition, endometrial dystrophy can also occur in other organs from head to toe. Some go to the brain, liver, lungs, umbilical cord, or intestines. During menstruation, there will be suffocation. It was found that if accumulated to a larger size, it could cause the lungs to burst. In the event that the intestines cause flatulence, indigestion due to poor excretion of food through the intestines, etc.
for the cause of the disease Coming from the compression of the menstrual flow back to different areas. cause lesions Forming cysts, nodules, cysts, or vesicles Women need to observe themselves The prominent symptoms of this disease include severe menstrual cramps. Irregular menstrual periods But in some cases, no menstruation can be painful. and chronic pain for 6 months or more, or infertility In some cases, there is a protruding abdomen similar to a pregnant woman. or in case of pain during sex If you have these symptoms, you need to see a doctor immediately. to diagnose
Which group of women are at risk of developing this disease? But some people don’t show much symptoms. and never checked When accumulated for a long time when the body is not healthy The disease will manifest. So we see people who have already entered menopause. still have this disease
For the treatment of the disease, it can be done in two ways, namely, oral medication and surgery, which the doctor recommends to take the medicine first. which now has a lot of drug development can shrink cysts and treat pain as effectively as 80%, such as a single progesterone oral pill Produced to treat this disease directly, such as dinosaurs (Dienogest), which if you come to see a doctor soon. can be treated with medication
In some cases, surgical treatment is required to remove the cyst. It can help reduce the symptoms of chocolate cysts. However, after the surgery It cannot be confirmed that the disease can be cured permanently. Because the cause of the disease comes from the hormone estrogen. which is produced in excess of the amount in the ovary area While surgery generally does not remove the ovaries. Therefore, in severe cases and buried deep into the organs If surgery can still be repeated. From statistics, it was found that patients after surgery There is a 10% chance of recurrence per year, which means that after 5 years of surgery, it can come back up to 50-60% after surgery. Patients in this group still need to take medicines to treat this disease directly continuously. to prevent recurrence For those who want to have children don’t worry when entering the treatment process able to have children
Therefore, if there are any symptoms that can be classified as chocolate cysts Women need to come in for a diagnosis. See a doctor for early diagnosis from a doctor. can prevent severe cumulative disease The doctor will evaluate by ultrasound. Therefore, women do not have to be afraid and worried. If you have symptoms, you should see your doctor as soon as possible for a diagnosis.
Dr. Arun emphasized that chocolate cyst disease It is considered a silent threat to women. If let the disease spread It will be harmful to women’s health and affect their lifestyle. Therefore, if there is pain in the lower abdomen, even a little But if it’s chronic, shouldn’t let it pass. Hurry up to check for timely treatment.