Treatment of ovarian dysfunction

Ovarian dysfunction is a general diagnosis that includes various hormonal function disorders. In this condition, the production of sex hormones can either decrease or increase. As a result, the menstrual cycle changes, abnormal uterine bleeding appears, and other complications may arise.

Ovarian dysfunction can develop either due to pathology of the ovary itself (cysts, tumors, endometriosis, inflammation) or due to diseases of the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, or urinary and reproductive systems. To determine the cause of the disorder and choose the right treatment, a thorough diagnosis under the supervision of a gynecologist is necessary.

Ovarian dysfunction diagnosis in Kyiv
You can suspect ovarian dysfunction based on the following symptoms:

• Increased or decreased intervals between menstruations;

• Changes in the nature of menstrual flow (scanty or heavy);

• Bleeding in the middle of the cycle;

• Changes in daily discharge (volume, consistency, color, odor);

• Discharge from the mammary glands;

• Lower abdominal pain;

• Ovulation disorders;

• Problems with conception;

• Miscarriage;

• Male-pattern hair growth (on the face, chest, etc.);

• Changes in body weight.

These symptoms can also occur with other diseases. To determine the exact cause and choose the right treatment, it is necessary to undergo tests and instrumental examinations.

The causes of ovarian dysfunction may include hormonal disorders in the body and diseases of the reproductive organs. The main ones are:

• Ovarian diseases (cysts, tumors, inflammation, and others);

• Thyroid gland diseases;

• Adrenal gland diseases;

• Pituitary and hypothalamic disorders;

• Inflammatory and infectious diseases of the genital organs;

• Hyperplasia, endometriosis, cysts, tumors in the reproductive organs.

The functioning of the ovaries depends on hormones produced by other glands, so changes in their levels can lead to dysfunction. Diseases of the reproductive organs also cause pathological processes that indirectly affect the condition of the ovaries.

Hormonal imbalance disrupts the entire body. In cases of ovarian dysfunction, the ovarian-menstrual cycle is disrupted first. This can cause infertility, miscarriage, and other pregnancy complications. Hormonal imbalance can also provoke metabolic disorders, weight gain, increased sweating, heart palpitations, reduced bone density, and other pathological changes.

To choose the optimal solution and eliminate not only the dysfunction itself by prescribing hormone therapy but also its cause, the doctor must conduct a comprehensive diagnosis.

If ovarian dysfunction is suspected, the following procedures are performed:

• Gynecological examination with smear and scraping collection for analysis;

• Analysis of urogenital discharges and scraping (cell sample);

• Blood tests for hormones (estrogens, progesterone, thyroid-stimulating, luteinizing and follicle-stimulating hormones, testosterone, and others);

• Ultrasound of the pelvic organs, thyroid gland, and adrenal glands.

These examinations help identify inflammatory and infectious diseases, as well as cysts and tumors of the urinary and reproductive systems. Special attention is paid to studying the hormonal profile and the condition of the thyroid gland and adrenal glands. For this purpose, ultrasound and hormone tests are prescribed.

Ovarian dysfunction treatment can be either conservative or surgical. This depends on the cause of the disorder and the presence of associated conditions. Most often, medication therapy is used — hormonal drugs are prescribed. In case of inflammation or infections of the genital organs, antibacterial and other necessary medications are used accordingly.
Surgical treatment is rarely performed. Indications include certain ovarian cysts and tumors of the reproductive organs. The scope of intervention is determined individually depending on the diagnosis, age, and other patient-specific factors.

At “Oxford Medical,” a 24-hour surgical inpatient department operates, equipped with top-tier medical technology from global brands. It allows for precise diagnostics and minimally invasive hysteroscopic and laparoscopic surgeries. During these procedures, healthy tissues are minimally traumatized, which shortens the rehabilitation period and allows patients to leave the clinic the same day or the following day.

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