Sofat Infertility & Women Care Centre: Many women still struggle to talk about vaginal issues. Research suggests that most of the women find it very difficult to discuss their private health and they prefer to stay in silence and way for too long to see the doctor.
This is the reason, problems like endometriosis take around 7 to 10 years to diagnose properly. By doing this, the women can experience different health issues which can also make it difficult to conceive naturally. So, we always suggest our patients seek medical help from the fertility doctor at the IVF centre if they are not getting pregnant naturally. Waiting too long is not an option, instead, you need to be proactive.
Pelvic cancer
In many cases, the women experience a heavy and painful menstrual cycle which results in excessive pelvic pain. Experiencing excess pain is not normal, so you should talk to your doctor
Additionally, pelvic pain can be due to reproductive issues like abnormal tissue growth, urinary tract problems, musculoskeletal, or gastrointestinal. Some of the acute and chronic causes are mentioned below:
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Ectopic Pregnancy
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Pelvic inflammatory disease
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Mittelschmerz Pain
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Ovarian Cyst Rupture (Due to ovarian cyst)
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Ovarian Torsion
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Appendicitis
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Urinary Tract Infection
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Kidney Stones
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Endometriosis
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Uterine Fibroids
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Muskuloskeletal
What about ovarian cancer?
No doubt, ovarian cancer is very common but still, it is very difficult to diagnose. This is because the symptoms are very gradual and slow, even though they can overlap with other symptoms. In some cases, it is known until the time ovarian cancer has been diagnosed. Some of the common symptoms are:
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Constant feeling of bloating
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A swollen tummy
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Discomfort in the tummy or pelvic area
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Feeling full quickly when eating
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Needing to pee more as compared to normal
Causes of ovarian cancer
However, the exact cause of ovarian cancer is not known. But there are a few things which can increase its risk:
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Women above the age of 50.
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A family history of breast or ovarian cancer can increase the risk.
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Smoking
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Not following an exercise regime
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Exposure to Asbestos
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Endometriosis
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Hormone Replacement therapy
The doctor will give you the treatment depending on how much cancer has spread and your overall health. The treatment aims to cure cancer so that you can live peacefully. In case, cancer has spread to other body parts then the doctor will try to give you relief from the symptoms.
Seek medical help
If you are trying to conceive and facing any of the above symptoms or worry you might have some issue, then consult the fertility doctor right away. She will give you the right treatment plan and make you understand what you should do to improve the chances of safe delivery and make sure your baby’s health is perfect.