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Posted by Master, Doctor Vu Duy Thai - Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Women's Health Center - Vinmec Times City International Hospital
When reaching the age of perimenopause and menopause, the decline in hormones in women takes place strongly. This process not only increases the risk of many gynecological diseases but also reduces the quality of life, sex life. So what are the most common gynecological diseases in this period?
1. Common gynecological diseases in perimenopause and menopause
The decline in female hormones during perimenopause and menopause can increase the risk of some of the following diseases:
Genital inflammation: Repeated urinary tract infections. Genital prolapse, bladder prolapse, rectal prolapse: prolapse of vaginal wall, cervix, bladder, rectum in different degrees. You may feel heavy pressure in the vulva or feel a mass protruding from the vulva. Tumors: uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis. The usual signs are menstrual irregularities, heavier, longer menstrual periods, mucus discharge, discomfort on one side of the pelvis, abdominal pain related to menstruation. Fibroids, breast cysts: Feeling sharp pain, palpating the nucleus in the breast. Malignant lesions: cervical cancer, uterine lining, ovary, breast cancer ... In addition to gynecological diseases, some other diseases can also be encountered in this stage as follows: bone, osteoarthritis: pain in bones and joints, difficult joint movements, creaking sound... Metabolic disorders: diabetes, hyperlipidemia. High blood pressure, cardiovascular disease. Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. Tumors of organs (thyroid, stomach, colon ...) Due to the high risk of disease, in this period, women should go for annual screening. The gynecologist will conduct a comprehensive examination, do cervical cancer screening tests, vaginal discharge tests, gynecological ultrasounds, probe for pelvic floor lesions if necessary. Regarding breast disease screening, women will also be examined, risk classified (according to personal and family factors), and assigned to do appropriate paraclinical investigations, ultrasound alone, ultrasound + 3D mammography, ultrasound + 3D mammography + magnetic resonance imaging + genetic mutation analysis if needed).
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2. How to treat perimenopause and menopause?
Due to the special nature of functional disorders and pathologies in perimenopause and menopause, the treatment must necessarily follow the principle of totality, multidisciplinary coordination: Gynecology, Menopause, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Urology, Digestive, Psychotherapy, Rehabilitation, Nutrition, Surgery...
Usually a gynecologist specializing in Menopause will be the main responsible person, accompanying her children during follow-up and treatment. Each patient will have different signs and conditions, so the patient needs to follow the doctor's treatment regimen in combination with exercise and maintaining an appropriate diet. If during this process, if you have any concerns or questions, you can directly ask and seek professional advice from your doctor.
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Currently, at Vinmec International General Hospital, there is a package of pre-menopausal health examination and counseling. When registering for the package, customers will be examined and consulted with a Gynecologist specializing in Perimenopause; Perform tests to assess hormone status. When registering for the premenopausal health care package and consultation, customers will receive:
Gynecological specialist examination Gynecological examination, breast examination Transabdominal ultrasound of uterus and ovaries Take specimens as a smear Cervical-vaginal cytology Mammogram (2 sides) Osteoporosis Measure other tests to detect pre-menopausal conditions, if any.
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
