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Occasional stomach aches or shortness of breath may not be new to you anymore. Maybe just because of stress in the office, or PMS. Although in general the symptoms of this disease will disappear on their own, not infrequently you become anxious because haunted by a premonition that something is wrong. "Is this really just a normal stomachache?"
It seems that you should thank the advice of parents to always follow what your heart says. Without your knowledge, the symptoms of a disease that you have been postponing all this time to see a doctor can be the beginning of a bigger health problem.
What are the symptoms of a disease that women should not ignore?
Below are some signs that maybe it's time to go to the doctor. Because even if you are a super busy or mager person, or the complaint seems very trivial, it is your health that must always be prioritized.
1. Vaginal bleeding when not menstruating
Vaginal bleeding outside the menstrual cycle can be a mild problem, such as hormonal imbalances due to stress or changes in diet. But there is also the chance that the symptoms of this disease lead to endometrial cancer, cervical cancer, or uterine cancer - especially if accompanied by pain during sex.
Even more so if this happens after you experience menopause. Even a little vaginal bleeding after menopause is not normal, because after going through menopause you should no longer experience vaginal bleeding for the rest. Some common causes are polyps (non-cancerous tumors), and atrophy or thickening of the endometrium (uterine lining).
2. Abnormal vaginal discharge
The same is true for abnormal vaginal discharge in women of all ages. Abnormal vaginal discharge often indicates symptoms of venereal disease (which can be easily handled), but if the amount is very large or also accompanied by a pungent odor, this can be related to symptoms of cervical cancer or fallopian tube cancer.
2. Irregular menstruation, or no menstruation at all
Almost every woman may have experienced an irregular menstrual cycle at least once in a lifetime. And in most cases, this is not a sign of a big problem. But, that doesn't mean you can ignore this and think that a messy menstrual cycle is trivial.
Irregular menstrual cycles can be an early symptom of other underlying health problems, such as thyroid disorders, tumors, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). All of these diseases make menstrual complaints unregistered. You deserve to be seen by a doctor.
3. The vagina itches, feels hot, or changes color
There may be many of you who already understand exactly how the characteristics and shape of your vagina. But not a few who have never glanced down there to just visit the Miss V. Ideally, a healthy vagina will be bright pink. So, next time you look down and find that your vagina isn't that color, this is an important reason to go to the doctor.
Vaginal discoloration, which is also characterized by brownish or white patches (such as tinea versicolor) or uneven vaginal skin surface, this can lead to vulvar cancer if it is not immediately examined by a doctor.
4. The shape of the breast changes
Before panicking, the shape of the breasts between one woman and another can be different - as well as the grinding or lumps around the breast area. Some women have lumps in their breasts for life, while others get breast lumps so close to their menstruation. But if you suspect something beyond what is normal for your breasts so far, changes in shape or appearance of new lumps should be suspected of being a serious health problem.
To distinguish it, look for large lumps of solid under the skin, changes in kuliy texture, or reddish rashes that don't fade. Breast cancer can appear as a reddish irritation on the skin, which looks like an infection, boils or pimples.
Another symptom that you should also be aware of is the nipple that secretes bloody fluid (if it is not bleeding, it may not need to worry too much), and the shape of the breast is strange and becomes very asymmetrical. Make an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible, and don't forget to have an annual breast exam.
5. Continually complaining tired
Just being tired and exhausted from overtime last night is a normal thing, and this doesn't need much to worry about. But if you continue to complain of exhaustion and not being fit - especially if the complaint never recovers for a while - this obviously you should not ignore.
Endless exhaustion may be a sign of hormonal imbalance (hypothyroidism or pre-menopause), malnutrition (anemia), or depression. This can also be a symptom of uterine cancer or gastric cancer. Before going to the doctor, try first to get enough sleep (8 hours) every night, and if you still complain of weakness, consult a doctor.
6. Flatulence
After eating greasy or sodging foods, the stomach usually becomes uncomfortable or even bloated. In fact, some women often complain of flatulence before menstruation, both of which are natural. But if flatulence occurs very often - even when you are not eating anything - and you have recently complained about this, flatulence can be a sign of symptoms of ovarian cancer.
Ovarian cancer causes hard lump formation in the stomach, which makes you easily feel bloated. The initial symptoms of ovarian cancer also include pelvic pain and difficulty eating.
If you begin to experience flatulence almost every day and last more than 2-3 weeks, consult a doctor immediately. Although ovarian cancer is not as common as breast cancer, your risk is high if you have a family history of breast cancer or ovarian cancer, or if you have never been pregnant.
7. Pelvic pain
Any pain that does not heal must always be a reason for concern, including stubborn pelvic pain. Even if the pain is just passing through, the pelvis should not feel painful. Some possible causes of pelvic pain include endometriosis, cysts, pelvic inflammatory infections (PID), or diverticulitis. Pelvic pain can get worse over time, so check with your doctor as soon as possible.
8. Chest pain
Chest pain is closely related to the symptoms of a heart attack in men. In fact, women are at higher risk of having a heart attack than Adam. If you lift something heavy and experience chest pain that you have never had before, check it out immediately.
You should also visit a doctor after experiencing new chest pain when you walk up stairs or moderate to severe physical activity. This is especially important if the pain disappears after a brief break.
Symptoms of a heart attack in women are far more "tame" in women than in men, so you may only feel tired, chest tightness, dizziness, breathlessness, and sore throat after lifting heavy items or heavy physical activity.
9. Short, continuous breathing, difficulty breathing
Don't ignore shortness of breaths by assuming only as a result of exercise exhaustion or recent weight gain. If shortness of breath worsens after physical activity, then this can be a sign of heart disease such as aortic stenosis (heart valve problems in middle-aged women) or coronary heart disease. Check with your doctor if you experience continuous shortness of breath that is sudden and getting worse.
10. Frequent urination
Urinating in the middle of the night is a normal thing, even though it's very annoying. But if this keeps happening and more than 3 times a night, the sign is something is wrong. Frequent alternating pee can be a sign of cysts or tumors that suppress the bladder - although not all tumors are cancer, for example uterine fibroids.
Diabetes may also be the mastermind behind the symptoms of this disease, especially if accompanied by an endless thirst. So if you keep urinating and drinking too much more, this is worth suspecting. On the other hand, this can also be a sign that you are dehydrated.
11. Pain in one leg
If your calf suddenly swells red and feels warm soft, this could mean you might experience deep vein thrombosis (DVT) - especially if you are an active smoker, just recovering from surgery, taking estrogen birth control pills, getting pregnant, or not actively moving in the run want long (like during long flights). In DVT, blood begins to gather in the lower body, usually legs or calves, and forms a frozen blood clot. When the clot is large enough, the area around it will start to hurt and swell.
Although it sounds trivial, frozen blood clots left without proper treatment can lead to pulmonary embolism when clots of frozen blood from the calves move into the lungs and block the main blood vessels there. About 70 percent of cases of blood clots that run into the lungs start at the feet.
