What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer and cervical cancer

Symptoms of ovarian cancer and cervical cancer may be hidden in the early stages, but as the disease progresses, symptoms such as abnormal menstruation, abdominal pain, and irregular vaginal bleeding may appear. It is necessary to seek medical screening as soon as possible to make a clear diagnosis. The symptoms of these two diseases are different in specific manifestations, and targeted examinations and treatments should be taken according to different clinical manifestations.

1 Symptoms of ovarian cancer

The early symptoms of ovarian cancer are not obvious, and the following symptoms often appear in the middle and late stages:

Abdominal distension and discomfort: Patients may experience persistent abdominal distension, increased abdominal girth, or abdominal pain, which may affect their daily life in severe cases.

Gastrointestinal symptoms: loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, intestinal obstruction, etc. If you experience unexplained weight loss or abdominal changes, be alert to ovarian cancer.

Urinary system abnormalities: Frequent urination or difficulty urinating may be related to pressure from a pelvic mass.

Menstrual irregularities: including menstrual irregularities or postmenopausal bleeding.

Countermeasures:

If the above symptoms occur, it is recommended to undergo gynecological B-ultrasound examination and tumor marker CA125 test as soon as possible, and choose PET-CT imaging examination to confirm the diagnosis if necessary. The treatment of ovarian cancer mainly includes:

Surgical resection: Laparoscopic or open surgery is often used to remove tumors, bilateral ovaries, uterus, etc.

Chemotherapy: such as platinum drugs combined with paclitaxel for postoperative adjuvant therapy.

Targeted therapy: For example, the PARP inhibitor Olaparib can be used for postoperative maintenance treatment or treatment of recurrent patients.

2 Symptoms of cervical cancer

Symptoms of cervical cancer develop slowly, and there may be only a little discomfort or no symptoms in the early stages. The following manifestations are common in the middle and late stages:

Abnormal vaginal bleeding: The most typical symptom is contact bleeding such as bleeding after sexual intercourse, during menstruation, or after menopause.

Increased discharge: Vaginal discharge may be bloody or purulent with a foul odor.

Pelvic pain and lower limb edema: It means that the disease has spread locally. The above symptoms may be caused when cancer cells compress nerves or blood vessels.

Frequent urination and constipation: In the late stage, compression by cancer tissue can lead to difficulty in urination and defecation.

Countermeasures:

Early detection of cervical cancer can be achieved through screening by means of cervical cytology TCT, HPV virus testing, etc. When the disease is confirmed, the following treatment methods should be combined:

Surgical treatment: Patients with early cervical cancer can choose cervical conization or total hysterectomy.

Combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy: Suitable for patients in the middle and late stages who are unable to undergo surgery, cisplatin combined with radiotherapy is often used.

Immunotherapy and targeted drugs: Emerging therapies such as the PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitor nivolumab have shown good results in research.

Ovarian cancer and cervical cancer threaten women's health. Women should be alert to abnormal symptoms and develop a habit of regular screening to increase the possibility of early detection and early treatment. Early diagnosis and treatment of these diseases can significantly improve the cure rate and quality of life of patients. If you have suspected symptoms, be sure to go to a regular hospital for examination and treatment in time.