Features of vaginal discharge due to breast cancer that you need to be careful

Jakarta –

Obstetrician and gynecology expert Dr. Ivander R Utama, FMAS, SpOG said vaginal discharge could be a symptom of breast cancer that needs to be looked out for. This disease affects women in Indonesia with a high death rate.

Breast cancer cases often do not cause symptoms in the early stages. However, women can recognize if they are experiencing abnormal vaginal discharge.

“Vacal discharge that smells bad or has a foul odor accompanied by pain when urinating should be investigated,” said Dr. Ivan in a discussion about breast cancer, Tuesday (13/8/2024 ).

Women often underestimate the vaginal discharge they experience, so the average breast cancer patient comes for treatment at an advanced stage. Most cervical cancer patients go to the doctor at stage 3 or 4 so they don’t have to undergo any more surgery.

Dr. Ivan said that all women are at risk of developing breast cancer, so he advises them not to hesitate to check themselves at least once a year, especially for those who have have sex regularly, live a healthy life and are faithful to a man. partner

“So instead of being dizzy, get it checked. If you want papsmerar, IVA, please do it, as a secondary prevention measure,” he emphasized.

(kna/kna)