Patient's question:
I am 34 years old, female. Recently, I have been experiencing frequent abdominal pain, and sometimes it's so bad that I can't sleep well. My menstrual cycle has also become irregular. I'm worried I might have an ovarian cyst. What symptoms can an ovarian cyst cause?Doctor's answer:
Ovarian cysts are related to endocrine disorders or damp-heat stagnation, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM believes they are associated with weakness of the liver and kidneys, liver qi stagnation, blood deficiency, blood stasis, damp-heat accumulation, pelvic congestion, phlegm-dampness, and other factors. It is recommended to combine TCM and herbal medicine for treatment. Seek the advice of experienced TCM practitioners or gynecologists specializing in TCM for syndrome differentiation and treatment, using herbal medicine in conjunction. Patients should develop healthy daily habits, maintain regular sleep schedules, avoid smoking and alcohol, and increase physical activity to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence of the condition.