For women, due to their unique physical structure, some diseases have subtle symptoms and are difficult to detect, but if left untreated, they can have serious consequences. For example, cervical erosion, pelvic inflammatory disease, breast hyperplasia, and uterine fibroids are four of the most easily concealed diseases.
Cervical erosion is often overlooked because many women experience no discomfort. There are many causes of cervical erosion, including minor injuries during sexual intercourse, mechanical friction from condoms, deep cleaning, abortion, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and bacterial invasion. Mild cervical erosion does not cause organic damage, but prolonged development can lead to the following problems: affecting fertility; pathogens ascending and causing endometritis; and increasing the risk of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) and cervical cancer. The following symptoms may indicate worsening inflammation: increased vaginal discharge; discharge changing from clear to white or yellowish-white, purulent or bloody, or with an unusual odor; bleeding during intercourse.
(Women should be wary of gynecological diseases that can "disappear")
Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID ) is a common yet often insidious gynecological condition. Some women experience mild lower abdominal pain accompanied by increased vaginal discharge that is difficult to detect; these symptoms may worsen before and after menstruation. Childbirth, frequent sexual activity, recurrent vaginal inflammation, miscarriage, and genital surgery can all cause PID. Long-term PID can potentially lead to infertility, so it is important to keep the vulva clean by washing it with water daily, maintaining hygiene during menstruation and postpartum, and seeking treatment at a reputable hospital for gynecological conditions to reduce the incidence of PID.
Breast hyperplasia. 70%–85% of adult women experience breast hyperplasia to varying degrees. During each menstrual cycle, the breasts undergo a physiological process of proliferation and recovery. Factors such as work stress, emotional fluctuations, advanced age without marriage, and not breastfeeding can all lead to hormonal imbalances, which over time can result in persistent breast hyperplasia, causing symptoms such as breast lumps, pain, and galactorrhea. Maintaining a cheerful and optimistic mood is the best defense against breast hyperplasia. It is also important to avoid the misuse of birth control pills and beauty products containing estrogen.
Uterine fibroids. Approximately 20% of women over 35 years of age have uterine fibroids. Only a small percentage of patients experience menstrual irregularities, abdominal masses, and pressure symptoms, while most are asymptomatic. 0.5%–1% of uterine fibroids may become malignant. The cause of this disease is unknown. Maintaining emotional stability, contentment, regular exercise, and a low-fat diet can help reduce the occurrence of fibroids. Annual ultrasound examinations are the best way to detect uterine fibroids.
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