The country doesn't approve of you being fat! A "big belly" may hide the risk of cancer...

These two days

"The country does not agree with you being fat" is flooding the screen like crazy!

The cause was on the afternoon of March 9

At the Third Session of the Fourteenth National People's Congress

Press conference on people's livelihood

Director of the National Health Commission

Lei Haichao spent a full seven minutes

We talked about weight management

Lei Haichao said

The three-year "Weight Management Year" action plan will be implemented

Regarding weight loss

The country really took action

Lei Haichao also said: "Abnormal weight can easily lead to high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, fatty liver, and even some cancers are related to abnormal weight ."

So be careful about obesity!

Overweight and obesity have been listed as risk factors for 13 types of cancer, and abnormal waist circumference growth may be an early warning of certain cancers . The recent death of an anti-cancer blogger "Xiao He Diary" is a cause of regret.

She was a medical student. At the end of 2019, she found that her belly had become bigger and mistakenly thought she had "gained weight" . She was eventually diagnosed with advanced abdominal myxoma.

Doctor Yuanyuan reminds: Abnormal abdominal enlargement accompanied by weight loss may be a sign of a tumor!

Let’s talk about it today

This easily overlooked "invisible bomb"

- Abdominal myxoma

What is abdominal myxoma?

Abdominal mucinous tumor is an intra-abdominal tumor characterized by tumor cells secreting a large amount of mucus, which leads to fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity and abdominal distension. Although some cases are benign, if not intervened in time, it may cause serious complications and even turn into mucinous adenocarcinoma.

"Accident-prone areas" : The ovaries are the "hardest hit area" for abdominal mucinous tumors, but they may also appear in "unpopular" areas such as the cecum and appendix.

What are the early symptoms of abdominal mucinous tumor?

The early symptoms of abdominal mucinous tumors are subtle and can be easily misdiagnosed as "weight gain" or indigestion. If the following conditions occur, you need to be highly vigilant:

1. Abnormal bloating of the abdomen

Significant increase in abdominal circumference in a short period of time, unrelated to weight changes (e.g., weight loss but enlarged abdomen);

When you touch your abdomen while lying flat, you may feel a lump or local bulge.

2. Digestive system symptoms

Persistent bloating, loss of appetite, and feeling of fullness after meals.

Changes in bowel habits (such as alternating constipation and diarrhea).

3. Systemic manifestations

Unexplained weight loss (more than 5% in six months).

Non-specific symptoms such as fatigue, low fever, etc.

Who are the high-risk groups for abdominal myxoma?

1. Family history

Those with a history of ovarian cancer or abdominal myxoma in their immediate family.

2. Carriers of gene mutations

Such as BRCA1/2 gene mutation (strongly associated with ovarian cancer risk).

3. Hormone-related diseases

Such as polycystic ovary syndrome and those with long-term abnormal estrogen levels.

How to detect abdominal myxoma early?

Early-stage abdominal mucinous tumors (especially benign ones) can be completely removed by surgery, with a 5-year survival rate of over 90%. Early detection of abdominal mucinous tumors can be done through pelvic ultrasound and tumor marker detection.

1. Pelvic Ultrasound

Once a year, space-occupying lesions in the ovaries or abdominal cavity can be detected.

2. Tumor marker testing

Such as CA125, CA19-9 (specificity is limited and needs to be judged in combination with imaging results).

Special reminder: It is also recommended that high-risk groups undergo genetic testing (such as BRCA1/2) and have abdominal CT/MRI every 6-12 months (enhanced scanning is more accurate).

How to prevent abdominal myxoma?

1. Regular physical examination

Regular screening of high-risk groups.

2. Seek medical attention promptly

If you experience early symptoms of abdominal myxoma, seek medical attention immediately.

3. Healthy Living

Eat less red meat, fried foods and other high-fat foods, eat more vegetables, fruits and whole grains, quit smoking and limit alcohol, and insist on moderate exercise.

4. Hormone Management

Use hormone drugs (such as birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy) with caution. If you need to take them, strictly follow the doctor's instructions and avoid long-term abuse. Pay attention to endocrine health. Patients with diseases such as polycystic ovary syndrome and abnormal thyroid function should check hormone levels regularly and intervene in time.

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"Cancer Prevention Lecture" Program Preview

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