Gynecological tumor indicators

Gynecological tumors often occur in many women. There are many types of gynecological tumors, which can make women feel scared after they occur. But in order to prevent the existence of this tumor, I believe that many women have also learned a lot of relevant knowledge and related coping methods. In addition to keeping themselves clean and paying attention to their own hygiene, they must also understand the indicators and symptoms of gynecological tumors.

What are gynecological tumor indicators?

Alpha-fetoprotein AFP. Alpha-fetoprotein may be elevated in 60% to 70% of patients with primary liver cancer, providing an important basis for the early diagnosis of liver cancer. Patients with hepatitis B and cirrhosis should be monitored regularly.

Carcinoembryonic antigen CEA. Carcinoembryonic antigen will be elevated in gastrointestinal tumors, especially colorectal cancer. Carcinoembryonic antigen is of great significance for postoperative monitoring. After treatment, the carcinoembryonic antigen of colorectal cancer patients can decrease or return to normal. If the carcinoembryonic antigen continues to increase after surgery, the possibility of recurrence and metastasis should be considered, so regular monitoring should be carried out.

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA). It is widely used as a tumor marker for prostate cancer. Elderly men over 65 years old should pay special attention to it. The symptoms of prostate cancer and prostate hypertrophy are similar, and both have symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, difficulty urinating, and increased nocturia.

What are the symptoms of gynecological tumors?

1. Vaginal bleeding should be distinguished from normal menstruation. Vaginal bleeding is often manifested as increased menstrual flow, prolonged menstrual period, irregular bleeding, or discharge of blood, and changes in the color of the blood.

⒉. Changes in leucorrhea. Normal leucorrhea should be white, paste-like or egg white-like, clear, odorless and in small amount. When the amount of vaginal discharge increases or the color changes, such as becoming thick, bloody, watery, or having an odor, you should go to the hospital for examination in time.

3. A lump appears in the lower abdomen. During a pelvic examination, an enlarged uterus and a mass may be palpated. The mass may be large enough to be felt in the abdomen. It may feel cystic or solid, with different degrees of softness and hardness.

4. Lower abdominal pain is mostly caused by gynecological diseases. Tumors can cause lower abdominal pain. If the tumor pedicle twists, ruptures, becomes inflamed, bleeds, or ascites occurs, varying degrees of lower abdominal pain may occur. An enlarged tumor can compress the anus, causing a feeling of heaviness and distension.

Nowadays, many women suffer from gynecological diseases, but some gynecological diseases have no clinical manifestations. However, some women don’t even know how it is formed. If they suffer from inflammation, they should seek timely treatment, avoid eating spicy and greasy foods, get more rest and don’t be too tired. They should combine work and rest and have a check-up every two months to six months.