Gynecological Diseases

Gynecological diseases are diseases that concern women’s reproductive organs, breast tissues and sexual health. Since there are various factors related to women’s health problems, gynecological diseases are also quite diverse.

Gynecological diseases may also include problems related to reproductive health, especially since women are of childbearing age. These problems include menstrual irregularities, polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, myomas, uterine cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and other cancers of the female reproductive system.

Gynecological diseases can also include sexual health problems. These problems include sexual dysfunctions, sexual anorexia, orgasm disorders, and vaginal infections. In addition, breast cancer, breast diseases, osteoporosis and other bone diseases are also among the problems related to women’s health.

The treatment of gynecological diseases may vary depending on the specific problem. However, in most women’s diseases, early detection and treatment are important to prevent the progression of the disease and ensure that women live a healthy life. Treatment options include drug therapy, surgical intervention, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

Prevention of women’s diseases is also extremely important. For this purpose, women should have regular gynecological examinations, regularly undergo breast cancer screening, maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise regularly. In addition, it is also important that women are cleaned in accordance with hygiene rules, use prevention methods to prevent sexually transmitted infections.

As a result, gynecological diseases are quite diverse and concern women’s reproductive health, breast tissues and sexual health. Early diagnosis and treatment are important for women to live a healthy life.

Uterine cancer and its treatment process

Uterine cancer is a type of cancer that occurs as a result of abnormal growth and proliferation of cells in the uterus. The most common type of uterine cancer is endometrial cancer.

Uterine cancer often does not cause symptoms at an early stage, but when it progresses, symptoms such as vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge and abdominal pain may occur. The diagnosis of uterine cancer is made by a pelvic examination, ultrasonography, biopsy and some imaging tests performed by a doctor.

The treatment method of uterine cancer may vary depending on the stage of the cancer, its spread, and the patient’s general state of health. Methods of treatment of uterine cancer include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of them.

Surgical treatment is usually preferred as the first option for uterine cancer. Surgery is a procedure performed for the purpose of removing cancerous tissue. The surgery performed for the purpose of removing the uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes is called a hysterectomy. It may also be necessary to remove the lymph nodes.

Radiotherapy uses high-energy radiation to kill cancerous cells. Radiotherapy can be used for treatment in the early stages of uterine cancer or to destroy cancer cells that remain after surgery.

Chemotherapy is a treatment method that involves the use of drugs to stop the growth and proliferation of cancer cells. Chemotherapy can be used in combination with radiotherapy and surgery.

As a result, when diagnosed with uterine cancer, early diagnosis and treatment can be life-saving. Treatment options are determined according to the patient’s condition, and psychological and social support of the patient is also important during the treatment process. Therefore, it is recommended to contact a healthcare professional if you have any symptoms or concerns.

Breast cancer and its treatment process

Breast cancer is a cancerous growth that occurs in the breast tissue. This type of cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women and rarely occurs in men. The cause of breast cancer is not fully known. Breast cancer can also occur due to genetic factors. For example, mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes increase the risk of breast cancer. In addition, other factors such as age, family history, the duration of menstruation until the age of menopause, obesity, alcohol consumption and smoking can also increase the risk of breast cancer.

Symptoms of breast cancer may include stiffness or thickening of breast tissue, redness of the nipple, itching or a feeling of withdrawal, discharge from the nipple, or changing sizes. These symptoms may not always be cancer, but if there are any symptoms, it is definitely necessary to see a doctor.

A breast cancer diagnosis requires a series of tests to confirm that there is a tumor in the breast tissue. These tests include mammography, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and biopsy. Breast cancer treatment depends on the size of the tumor, its spread, and the patient’s general state of health. Treatment options include surgical intervention, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, hormonal therapy and targeted therapy. In some cases, these treatments are used together. Surgical intervention is a method often used in the treatment of breast cancer. This treatment option involves the removal of cancerous tissue. In some cases, surgical intervention may require the removal of all or part of the breast tissue.

Chemotherapy involves the use of drugs that slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. Radiotherapy involves the use of high-energy rays to kill cancerous cells. Hormonal therapy involves blocking hormones that promote the growth of breast cancer. Targeted therapy involves the use of special drugs that stop the growth of cancer cells or kill them.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

It is a hormonal disorder that affects the health of women’s reproductive system. PCOS can cause infertility by affecting ovulation and the menstrual cycle. In addition, PCOS can also cause other health problems, such as excessive hair growth, weight gain, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and sleep apnea.

The symptoms of PCOS can be excessive hair growth (especially on the chin, chest and abdominal area), acne, short menstrual cycles or completely irregular menstrual cycles.

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The diagnosis of pregnancy formed by the combination of male sperm and female egg, that is, the answer to the question ‘am I pregnant’, is made by blood test (beta hcg) and ultrasound to see the gestational sac. Urine pregnancy tests can give misleading results by 5 to 30 percent.

An empty pregnancy is a condition in which there is no embryo, despite the presence of the membrane and placenta that make up the gestational sac. In other words, there is a gestational sac, but it is a case of not forming a baby in it.  It should be treated with medication or surgery.

Nausea and vomiting seen during pregnancy starts at 4 to 6 weeks and reaches its highest level at 8 to 12 weeks and decreases after that. There is more nausea when the stomach is empty. For this purpose, it should be fed at frequent intervals and liquid intake should be reduced with meals and consumed between meals.

In general, the most beneficial and healthy mode of delivery for the baby and mother is a normal vaginal delivery. Even in case of additional illness, a normal delivery is mostly preferred.

Since you secrete milk during breastfeeding, continue your diet as during pregnancy to meet the increased protein and energy needs. Do not breastfeed on an empty stomach. Consume 2.5-3 liters of liquid per day (compote, buttermilk, milk, lemonade).  Do not forget to take at least one glass of liquid after breastfeeding.

An ectopic pregnancy is a condition in which the gestational sac is not in the uterus, which is where it should be, it is located in the tubes or ovaries outside the uterus, or at the lower end of the uterus, or in places such as the outside uterus, between intestines in the abdomen. Ectopic pregnancy must necessarily be treated, otherwise it can be fatal, it is treated with drug therapy, open or closed surgery.

It is the absence of a normal pregnancy appearance due to the abnormal development of the placenta in the early period of pregnancy, and the abnormal formation of the placenta with a grape-like structure. It must definitely be treated with medication or surgery.

Having painful menstrual pains or having painful menstrual periods is called dysmenorrhea. Either it exists from the first periods when menstruation begins, which is called Primary Dysmenorrhea. There are usually no other accompanying disease conditions. Secondary Dysmenorrhea; it is a condition that occurs at an older age. It is the onset of menstrual pains that did not exist before. It may indicate a serious condition such as endometriosis. Secondary dysmenorrhea should be treated.

A transparent, white, odorless, slippery and wet discharge that does not cause itching is considered a normal and untreated discharge. Yellow, green or white discharge that causes itching is called vaginitis. It needs to be treated.

Myoma or myomas are the most common benign tumors of the uterus. It is found in 20-25% of women of reproductive age. With the widespread use of ultrasound, small myomas that do not give any signs have been easily detected and it has been revealed that they are seen even at a very young age. The treatment plans of myomas are determined according to the size they reach, the complaints they cause, and the complications that develop or are likely to develop. Sometimes, just regular follow-up is enough. The most effective treatment is surgery.

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