A shocking case in Shenzhen has ignited urgent conversations about youth health awareness. Earlier this year, an 18-year-old student postponed treatment for severe abdominal pain to focus on her college entrance exams – a decision that nearly cost her life. 🚨
Doctors at Peking University Shenzhen Hospital discovered a 27cm malignant ovarian tumor that had already metastasized. 'This could’ve been caught earlier,' said Dr. Guang Xiaoyan, who led the emergency surgery. 'Young people often think they’re invincible – we need to change that mindset.' 💡
The patient’s story isn’t isolated. Medical data shows a 15% rise in early-onset gynecological cancers across Asia since 2020. Experts urge regular check-ups for teens experiencing:
🔍 Unexplained abdominal swelling
🔍 Persistent pelvic pain
🔍 Irregular menstrual cycles
While the student has resumed her studies post-treatment, her case serves as a wake-up call. As Dr. Guang puts it: 'Exams are important, but health is the ultimate test.' 📚➡️❤️
