Many of you may have doubts. or would like to have an abdominal ultrasound examination But I’m not sure if I should check the upper or lower part. In order to know what you want to know about the cause of the disease you are wondering about.
What is an ultrasound examination?
Ultrasound examination (Ultrasound or Ultrasound Scanning) is an examination using high frequency sound waves. It is reflected to the desired internal organs and converted into an image signal. Which can help the doctor in diagnosing the disease. Abdominal ultrasound generally does not hurt. This is because it involves simply moving the probe on the outside surface of the abdomen. There is no need for anesthesia or injections. Moreover, the sound waves used are safe and do not cause harm.
Why is it necessary to have an abdominal ultrasound examination?
➮ For general health check Examine the abdominal organs to look for abnormalities, such as a lump in the liver. Kidney lump Lumps in the uterus, ovarian cysts, kidney stones, gallbladder stones
➮ In cases where it is suspected that there is a lump in the abdominal cavity Helps distinguish which organ the lump is likely to come from and whether the lump is composed of a tumor or a cyst.
➮ When there is pain, tightness, or distension in the abdomen, or there is an increase in the size of the organs in the abdominal cavity. or blood results showing liver function values kidney function values or abnormal cancer marker values
➮ Check to monitor abnormalities of the internal abdominal organs. both for surveillance changes in that abnormality or to follow up on abnormalities that have already been treated
Ultrasound examination is divided into 2 parts:
1. Ultrasound examination of the upper abdomen (Ultrasound Upper Abdomen)
2. Ultrasound examination of the lower abdomen (Ultrasound Lower Abdomen)
Answering questions: Should we have an ultrasound examination of the upper or lower part?
1. Ultrasound examination of the upper abdomen (Ultrasound Upper Abdomen)
It is an examination of the upper abdominal organs above the level of the navel, including the liver, spleen, gallbladder, proximal bile duct, kidneys, aorta, and pancreas (in some cases, parts of the pancreas can be seen) to see if there are abnormalities or not, such as a lump. Abnormal kidney stones, gallbladder stones, etc.
Who should have the upper abdomen examined?
➮ People who have chronic abdominal pain
➮ People aged 30 years and over
2. Ultrasound examination of the lower abdomen (Ultrasound Lower Abdomen)
It is an examination of the organs of the lower abdomen below the level of the navel, including the uterus, ovaries (women), the size of the prostate gland (men), and the bladder. Appendix (in cases of suspected appendicitis) and other lower abdominal areas whether there are abnormalities or not, such as cysts in the ovaries. Uterine lump Abnormal prostate, etc., is an examination using a probe. Do an examination of the abdominal area.
Who should have the lower abdomen examined?
➮ Most often examined among women aged 30 years and over.
➮ People who regularly experience menstrual cramps. or irregular menstruation
➮ Men who have difficulty urinating Inability to urinate, frequent urination
This test must be done while there is a large amount of urine in the bladder. (Those undergoing the examination should drink water and must hold their urine.) This is because the air in the intestines can obscure the uterus and ovaries in women or the prostate in men. This makes the organ images unclear. But if there is enough water in the stomach The bladder expands and allows a clearer view of the uterus, ovaries, prostate, or bladder stones.
How to prepare? If I need to have an abdominal ultrasound scan?
➮ Ultrasound examination of the upper abdomen: You should abstain from food and beverages that contain fat for about 4 – 6 hours. You can sip water. and take necessary medicines at regular times
➮ Lower Abdomen Ultrasound Examination: You should drink at least 1 bottle of water and hold your urine. Can eat normally
however Checking the health of the internal organs of the body is an important thing that should not be neglected. Due to good internal organ health It will result in a healthy exterior as well. Therefore, it should not be overlooked when the body has symptoms or warning signs of abnormalities. Check first, be aware, and prevent.
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➮ Stomach pain must be recognized immediately. Symptoms of bile duct stones
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2023-10-11 09:36:15
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