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In recent years, the incidence of ovarian cancer has gradually increased, especially in the advanced stage. According to statistics, 80% of ovarian cancer patients have entered the advanced stage when they are discovered, which brings great difficulty to **. So, how can we detect the occurrence of ovarian cancer early? Below, I will introduce to you from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, which should be vigilant when certain phenomena occur in the body.
First of all, pay attention to the appearance of a lump in the abdomen. The ovaries are important organs in the female reproductive system, and when ovarian cancer occurs, the tumor will gradually enlarge and then form a significant mass in the abdomen. This lump usually does not cause significant pain, but it can cause symptoms such as abdominal discomfort and stomach bloating. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the occurrence of ovarian cancer is related to factors such as qi stagnation and blood stasis, dampness and heat, etc., and it is recommended that patients can appropriately consume traditional Chinese medicine that invigorates blood circulation and dispels blood stasis, clears away heat and detoxifies, such as peach kernels, safflower, etc.
Second, pay attention to menstrual abnormalities. People with ovarian cancer often experience irregular or stopped menstruation. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that ovarian cancer is related to factors such as qi and blood imbalance, liver stagnation and qi stagnation, and it is recommended that patients can properly regulate the liver and soothe their emotions, and at the same time, they can use menstrual regulating drugs, such as Chuanxiong and motherwort.
Also, watch out for unexplained weight loss. Ovarian cancer can cause symptoms such as loss of appetite, indigestion, and unexplained weight loss in the long run. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that ovarian cancer is related to factors such as inflammation and spleen and stomach dysfunction, and it is recommended that patients can properly regulate the spleen and stomach and increase dietary nutrient intake. For example, traditional Chinese medicine that strengthens the spleen and invigorates qi, such as ginseng and atractylodes, can be used.
In addition, it is important to pay attention to the appearance of pain in the lower abdomen. Patients with ovarian cancer often experience discomfort such as falling pain and dull pain in the lower abdomen. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that ovarian cancer is related to qi stagnation, blood stasis, dampness, heat and depression and other factors, and it is recommended that patients can properly regulate qi and blood to relieve abdominal pain. For example, traditional Chinese medicine can be used to promote blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis, promote dampness and reduce fever, such as angelica, red peony, etc.
Finally, pay attention to the appearance of frequent urination. Ovarian cancer can compress the bladder, causing symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and burning in the urethra. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that ovarian cancer is related to factors such as qi stagnation and dampness and heat, and loss of bladder patency, so it is recommended that patients can properly regulate dampness and heat to relieve frequent urination. For example, traditional Chinese medicine can be used to clear away heat and dampness, such as Coptis chinensis, psyllium, etc.
Although the observation points provided above are not unique to ovarian cancer, if patients have these symptoms at the same time, they should be vigilant and consult a doctor as soon as possible for relevant examinations. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that a well-balanced body is the foundation of health, and it is recommended that women take regular care of their bodies, pay attention to their daily routines, eat a reasonable diet, and maintain a good mental state.
Health References:
1. zhang, s., balch, c., chan, m. w. et al. (2008). identification and characterization of ovarian cancer-initiating cells from primary human tumors. cancer research, 68(11), 4311-4320.