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As the Xiaohan solar term was approaching, Li Hua, an ordinary clerk working at the local post office, felt a little bloated in his stomach, as if he had eaten too much Chinese New Year's Eve dinner.
She thought, "Maybe it's because I've been working too much overtime lately and staying up late." But just in case, she decided to go to the hospital for a full medical check-up.
At the hospital, Li Hua met Dr. Zhang, a middle-aged gynecologist who seemed to be very experienced.
After reviewing some of Li Hua's basic test reports, Dr. Zhang mentioned a possibility she had never considered: ovarian cancer.
Dr Teo explains that while most bloating is caused by indigestion or other common causes, in some cases, especially for women of Li Hua's age, if bloating is accompanied by persistence and severity, then there is a need to be alert to possible signs of ovarian cancer.
Dr. Zhang told Li Hua that ovarian cancer usually has no obvious symptoms in the early stages, but as the disease progresses, symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, frequent urination, and weight loss may occur.
Li Hua was a little scared when she heard this, but Dr. Zhang immediately comforted her and said that this was only a possibility, and it did not mean that she had ovarian cancer.
This will be followed by more detailed tests that include blood tests, imaging tests, and possibly surgical exploration.
Dr. Zhang also mentioned that although ovarian cancer is one of the gynaecological malignancies, the survival rate is relatively high if detected and treated early.
While waiting for further investigations, Dr. Zhang also chatted with Li Hua about some lifestyle adjustments to prevent ovarian cancer.
She suggested that Li Hua should pay attention to a balanced diet, eat more vegetables and fruits, and eat less high-fat foods;
Maintain regular exercise to reduce belly fat accumulation, avoid excessive mental stress, and maintain a good attitude.
Dr Teo also emphasised the importance of regular gynecological check-ups, especially for women with a family history of ovarian cancer.
After listening to Dr. Zhang's advice, Li Hua felt much more relieved.
She decided that regardless of the test results, she would start making changes to her lifestyle and be more mindful of her health.
A few days later, the results of Li Hua's examination came back, and fortunately, no signs of ovarian cancer were found.
Still, the experience made her realize the importance she took on her health.
Since then, she has started regular check-ups to maintain a healthy Xi, and she has also cherished the time she spends with her family and friends.
At the end of the article, Dr. Teo asks a seemingly unrelated question: "Do you know why women should pay more attention to small changes in their bodies?"
This question triggered Li Hua's thinking. In fact, many women often neglect to pay attention to their health due to the dual pressure of work and family.
Dr Teo explained that women's bodies are more complex than men's, and many diseases are asymptomatic in the early stages, so timely detection and treatment are especially important for women.
Through this experience, Li Hua understood Dr. Zhang's words better and decided to become a woman who paid more attention to her health.
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