What tests should be done to check menstruation?
May 13, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Menstruation, commonly referred to as "yima," can be evaluated through tests such as sex hormone panel (six items), gynecological ultrasound, and X-ray examinations. If a medical condition is indeed diagnosed after these tests, it's important to promptly follow the doctor's treatment plan. Periodic follow-up visits to the hospital may also be necessary to help control the progression of the condition. Avoid sexual intercourse until the condition has fully resolved.
"Auntie" is usually a colloquial term referring to menstruation. To examine menstrual health, tests such as the six-item sex hormone panel, gynecological ultrasound, and X-ray examinations may be performed. Specific details are as follows:
1. Sex Hormone Panel (Six Items)
This typically includes levels of testosterone, progesterone, estradiol, and others. These values help determine whether there is an endocrine imbalance, as hormonal disorders can affect the shedding of the endometrium, leading to abnormally heavy or light menstrual flow.
2. Gynecological Ultrasound
This allows observation of the vagina and the internal structure of the uterine cavity. Conditions such as vaginitis or cervicitis may cause changes in menstrual blood color (e.g., darker appearance), so this method helps assess whether menstruation is normal.
3. X-ray Examination
This generally involves a hysterosalpingography with iodinated oil to visualize the uterine cavity and detect abnormalities such as uterine polyps, which can also interfere with normal menstruation.
In addition to the above methods, chromosomal testing may sometimes be recommended. If a disease is diagnosed after examination, it's important to promptly follow medical advice for treatment. Regular hospital follow-ups may also be necessary to monitor and control disease progression. Sexual intercourse should be avoided until the condition has fully resolved.
