Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: I gave birth to a son via cesarean section on June 24, 2005, and had a good postoperative recovery. However, in the past three months, my menstrual cycle has been irregular, occurring approximately once every two weeks. In December 2005, I visited the hospital and was diagnosed with an ovarian cyst. Is this possible? If so, what should I do?(Note: I am currently breastfeeding.)
Duration and onset of the current illness: From the New Year's Day of 2006 to the present day
Current general condition: Abdominal pain for three days
Medical history: None
Previous diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes: Took Ginkgo biloba syrup and Amoxicillin for one star
Doctor's answer:
If it is found that an ovarian cyst has not reduced in size after 3 months, appropriate treatment should be initiated as soon as possible, regardless of whether cancerous changes have been clearly identified.The symptoms of an ovarian cyst include lower abdominal pain, a palpable lump, increased vaginal discharge with a yellow, foul odor, and varying menstrual flow (either heavier or lighter). In severe cases, it may cause cyst pedicle torsion or malignant transformation, leading to severe abdominal pain.
Functional cysts, dermoid cysts, serous cysts, and mucinous cysts are often asymptomatic. When larger, cysts may cause a dull ache or a sense of swelling in the lower abdomen or back. They may also compress the bladder, leading to frequent urination or difficulty urinating. Cysts can be complicated by infection, torsion, bleeding, or rupture. These symptoms may trigger nausea, vomiting, fever, and severe abdominal pain, requiring immediate surgery.
Cysts occasionally may become cancerous. Early-stage ovarian cancer typically shows no symptoms beyond a loss of appetite, weight loss, and abdominal swelling. In later stages, it may cause abdominal and limb edema.