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Lower abdominal pain in women can be a sign of some dangerous gynecological diseases such as ectopic pregnancy, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids... In which, there are some diseases that need urgent intervention. immediately or it will endanger your life. So, lower abdominal pain in women warns of what gynecological diseases?
1. Caused by gynecological diseases that cause lower abdominal pain
1.1. Endometriosis Endometriosis is a condition in which the lining of the uterus does not stay in the uterus, but "straits" to the ovaries, bladder or rectum. it continues to grow thick because it has no way to get out of the body, breaking down and causing more bleeding accompanied by severe lower abdominal pain when it is time to menstruate.
Common in all ages but common in women aged 30 -50 years. Due to many causes such as menstrual reflux on the bladder, ovaries, congenital causes, after surgery to intervene in the uterus, immunity
1.2. Uterine fibroids Uterine fibroids are also a cause of lower abdominal pain in women. The disease causes dull pain in the lower abdomen. In addition, it can cause menstrual disorders and menorrhagia, heavy bleeding,...
Uterine fibroids are common in women aged 30 - 40 and they usually don't cause any serious problems. However, some women may experience low back pain, abdominal pain or affect pregnancy.
1.3. Ovarian cysts Ovarian cysts can cause a dull ache in the lower abdomen that can sometimes become severe if the cyst is twisted. This is just a benign cyst but can cause menstrual disorders, affect pregnancy, and cause constant lower abdominal pain. Even more dangerous, if not detected early, ovarian torsion cyst can cause rupture or massive bleeding, which is life-threatening.
1.4. Adnexitis Lower abdominal pain is also more likely to be a sign of adnexitis. When the female genitals are infected, including the ovaries, fallopian tubes and uterus, it will cause lower abdominal pain.
In addition, appendicitis can cause some unpleasant symptoms such as back pain, general fatigue, low fever, irregular menstrual periods, abnormal painful vaginal discharge, pain during sex. Adnexitis if not diagnosed and treated promptly can cause damage to the uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes leading to infertility.
1.5. Cervical ectropion is also a cause of lower abdominal pain in women. Accompanying symptoms include: Vaginal discharge a lot, vaginal itching, bleeding during intercourse, painful urination, frequent urination.
There are many causes of cervical ectropion such as: improper hygiene of the intimate area, too many vaginal hygiene, women giving birth many times, influence from abortion procedures, due to the way I But if not treated in time, it will create conditions for inflammatory diseases to develop, affecting the fertility of women.
1.6. Ectopic pregnancy Ectopic pregnancy is an emergency, life-threatening, requiring immediate treatment. The degree of lower abdominal pain depends on whether the fetal mass has ruptured or not. If the ectopic pregnancy has not ruptured, it can cause dull abdominal pain, in the case of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy, massive abdominal bleeding leads to severe lower abdominal pain accompanied by bleeding. This condition, if not treated promptly, can lead to hemorrhagic shock and death.
2. Proper hygiene care helps women prevent dangerous lower abdominal pain
Gynecological diseases that cause abdominal pain as well as abnormal symptoms in the genitals affect more or less the daily life and reproductive functions of women. Practicing clean and proper intimate hygiene will help reduce the risk of gynecological infections and sexually transmitted diseases. Proper hygiene care measures include:
Clean the intimate area with clean water and daily cleaning solution, pay attention to hygiene on menstrual days or before and after intercourse. Wear comfortable, breathable underwear made of cotton to absorb moisture and absorb sweat well. Do not wear wet underwear because that is a favorable environment for bacteria to multiply and invade the intimate area. Underwear needs to be changed often. Avoid using soaps or strong detergents because they can irritate the skin and change the pH of the intimate area. Follow a reasonable diet, lifestyle as well as exercise. Good resistance helps women prevent many diseases, and at the same time, life becomes happier and more comfortable. Use condoms when having sex, have faithful relations with one partner to limit the risk of contracting and transmitting sexually transmitted diseases.
As soon as there are signs of frequent lower abdominal pain, women should go to the doctor so that the disease can be detected early and treated promptly. To ensure health and prevent dangerous gynecological diseases, women should have a general gynecological examination every 6 months. In order to help customers detect and treat gynecological diseases early, Vinmec International Hospital has a basic gynecological examination and screening package, helping customers detect early infectious diseases and help treat easy, inexpensive. Screening detects gynecological cancer (cervical cancer) early even when there are no symptoms.
Basic gynecological examination and screening package for female customers, has no age limit and may have the following symptoms:
Abnormal vaginal bleeding Having menstrual problems: irregular menstrual cycle, irregular menstrual cycle Irregular vaginal discharge (smell, different color) Vaginal pain and itching Female clients have several risk factors such as poor personal hygiene, Unsafe sex, abortion,... Female customers have other symptoms such as: Abnormal vaginal discharge, itching, pain in the private area, abnormal vaginal bleeding.
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