Patient's question:
Medical History: Female, 28 years old, with adnexitis. On the third day after her menstrual period, a gynecological examination revealed thickening of the root of the right fallopian tube. An ultrasound showed normal results. Tests for mycoplasma and chlamydia were both negative. Her last menstrual period started on August 2 and ended on the 8th. One day later, she began experiencing sharp abdominal pain and noticed coffee-colored discharge, which was minimal and intermittent. When she went to the hospital, the doctor said the discharge was not coming from the cervix and suggested a blood test to check estrogen levels.Treatment History: She has been taking anti-inflammatory medication, Jingangteng.
What Help Is Needed: Please help the doctor determine whether her six estrogen test values are normal.
Doctor's answer:
Hello:The reference values for endocrine tests during different periods of the menstrual cycle are different. Moreover, there is no unified standard for the reagents used in tests across different hospitals. Different reagents result in different reference values. Your test results should be interpreted in reference to your lab report. It is recommended that you consult with your primary physician for further clarification.
Based on your description, if there are issues with your six sex hormones, it could lead to the symptoms you are experiencing. Therefore, it is advisable to have a blood test. This is necessary to determine whether your six sex hormones are normal. If they are not, treatment will be required. If they are normal, it can rule out the possibility of menstrual irregularities caused by abnormal sex hormones.
Wishing you good health.