Late birth, irregular work and rest can cause ovarian cancer? Doctor: These 4 factors are the culprit!

When it comes to the high incidence of genital cancers in women, people basically think of cervical cancer and endometrial cancer. But in fact, as long as there are reproductive organs where cells are distributed, cancer may occur, and the same is true for the ovary.

　　Relevant research and investigations show that ovarian cancer is the third most common malignant tumor in women. Although its incidence is not as high as that of cervical and endometrial cancer, its mortality rate is quite high, and it is basically ranked in the reproductive tract. Tumor first.

　　The reason for this is that ovarian cancer lacks basic symptoms in the early stage, and even if there are symptoms, it is not specific. Also, screening programs for ovarian cancer are very limited, making the diagnosis of ovarian cancer particularly difficult. In Chinese clinical practice, 60-70% of patients have reached an advanced stage when they first seek medical treatment, and the prognosis is extremely poor.

　　So the question is, what causes ovarian cancer, and is it related to fertility and work and rest?

　　In fact, like most malignant tumors, the etiology of ovarian cancer is still not completely clear. However, after research and epidemiological survey reports, the following factors may increase the risk of ovarian cancer:

1. Continuous ovulation

　　Relevant research and investigations show that if the husband and wife cannot conceive and give birth naturally, they choose artificial ovulation induction and IVF, which may increase the risk of ovarian cancer in women in the future.

　　The reason for this is that in the case of continuous ovulation caused by the use of ovulation induction drugs , it may lead to continuous damage and repair of the ovarian surface epithelium. In the case of repeated damage, once the cell DNA mutates, it will increase the number of stools. the probability of

2. Production factors

　　While continued ovulation carries a risk of ovarian cancer, that doesn't mean it's better not to have a baby. In fact, according to clinical surveys , women who conceived naturally before the age of 26, gave birth to term, and were breastfeeding had a lower risk of developing ovarian cancer than women with no reproductive history , with each term pregnancy reducing some risk.

　　Women who have their first full-term pregnancy after age 35, or who have been childless and infertile, are at higher risk of developing ovarian cancer . Even some studies have pointed out that multiple pregnancy, breastfeeding, oral contraceptives, etc., have the effect of protecting the ovary;

　　3. Unhealthy Habits

　　In fact, it is directly related to living habits and cancer, which is obviously unstable. However, there is indeed a certain relationship between living habits and the risk of cancer. For example, staying up late and sleeping for a long time will disrupt the endocrine system and reduce the immune function of the body. Long-term smoking and drinking will increase the possibility of cells being exposed to carcinogens.

　　Therefore, from a clinical point of view, women with irregular lifestyles and long-term smoking and drinking have a relatively higher chance of developing genital cancer;

4. Genetic factors

　　The occurrence of epithelial ovarian cancer is closely related to genetic factors. In China , 5-10% of epithelial ovarian cancers have genetic abnormalities.

　　Usually, its pathogenesis is associated with three hereditary cancer syndromes, namely HBOC, HSSOC, and HNPCC . Women with a family history of ovarian, breast, endometrial, and colorectal cancers have a significantly higher risk of developing ovarian cancer in the future.

　　In addition to the above four factors, epidemiological survey evidence indicates that various physical or chemical products of industry may also be associated with the incidence of ovarian cancer. However, whether the occurrence of ovarian cancer is related to factors such as dietary habits, composition, obesity, etc., has not yet been fully conclusive.

　　However, some studies have pointed out that dietary habits and obesity do increase the risk of cancer. Since there are risks, it is very necessary for everyone to stay away from bad habits in daily life and to conduct regular cancer screenings for people with family history.