Poor care of a woman's uterus can lead to various symptoms, with inflammation being the most common. Inflammation is present in almost every woman. There are also uterine polyps, endometritis, and so on. But once you hear about follicular cell carcinoma, you will think that this disease is very serious. So, what is follicular cell carcinoma? Let's learn about it together with the editor below.
What is follicular cell carcinoma
Generally, it is a benign tumor, which can be understood as a type of proliferation that is not particularly harmful, such as the accumulation of lumps of flesh on the skin. Only malignant tumors are considered cancer. But this tumor often coexists with endometrial hyperplasia or even endometrial cancer. Malignant follicular membrane tumors can directly infiltrate adjacent tissues and undergo distant metastasis, but the prognosis is still better than that of general ovarian cancer.
This tumor can secrete more estrogen, so feminization symptoms are more pronounced than granulosa cell tumors. Often accompanied by endometrial hyperplasia or even endometrial cancer. Malignant follicular membrane tumors can directly infiltrate adjacent tissues and undergo distant metastasis, but the prognosis is still better than that of general ovarian cancer.
Treatment methods for follicular cell carcinoma
1. CT examination is a very common way to diagnose tumors. Through CT, the volume, location, and shape of tumors can be accurately determined. Tumors are mostly close to the uterine muscle layer. If the tumor has a large volume, scattered small low-density areas can also be seen, but calcification rarely occurs inside the tumor. After enhanced CT scanning, patients will mainly exhibit slow progressive mild enhancement.
2. MRI is a crucial method for tumor diagnosis, especially in determining the nature and staging of tumors. Low signal intensity is commonly observed on T1WI and T2WI, while high signal intensity is observed on T2WI when nodules or flocs are present. All tumors did not show "whirlpool sign" or "false capsule sign", and those with metastasis in the pelvic cavity and inguinal area may have enlarged lymph nodes.
What is follicular cell carcinoma? It has been briefly introduced above. Although it is cancer, it is a benign condition that can be cured. If you feel uncomfortable in daily life, you should go to the hospital for medical treatment in a timely manner to investigate the situation and avoid delaying the condition. This type of follicular cell carcinoma can be treated through surgery, so people with this disease should not worry too much.
