Patient's question:
On March 13, 2019, I had a thorough examination of the ovarian cyst, which was 4.8 cm, but only found pelvic effusion of 3.7 cm. However, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for regulation. But on March 30, 2019, the follow-up examination showed that the original ovarian cyst had shrunk, but a new pelvic effusion of 4.9 cm had appeared. I would like to ask, how is this possible? It was said that traditional Chinese medicine can regulate, why did it increase instead?Doctor's answer:
Based on the situation you described, the current ovarian cyst is mainly related to the excretion of estrogen and progesterone in the body.Guidance and suggestions: Hello, pelvic effusion. If it occurs after the ovulation period, it is a physiological phenomenon. Outside of this period, it may be caused by chronic inflammation, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain and lower back pain. In this case, oral medication like "Gynecological Qianjin Tablets" should be taken for treatment. For ovarian cysts smaller than 5 centimeters, follow-up checks should be conducted irregularly. If the cyst is larger than 5 centimeters, minimally invasive surgery is required.
In addition to medication for the ovarian cyst, patients should also pay attention to nursing care, such as maintaining a light diet and avoiding spicy and irritating foods. At the same time, patients should choose a top-tier hospital (a "Grade III-A hospital") for treatment to ensure a good therapeutic outcome.