Thecoma granulosa is a rare gynecological disease that occurs in women and is usually asymptomatic.
The cause of the disease is an increased number of granulosa cells in the ovaries. It is known that these cells are responsible for the development of eggs in the female body. However, in the case of thecoma, granulosa cells begin to produce female hormones that are not needed for the formation of an egg, but on the contrary, suppress their development.
Symptoms of the disease may vary depending on its severity. One of the most common symptoms is infertility, as elevated levels of female hormones in the blood can reduce the ability to produce eggs and make them more sensitive to external factors. In addition, this type of ovary can cause some medical conditions such as algomenorrhea (painful periods), endometrial hyperplasia (hypertrophied tissue in the uterus), as well as some types of tumors in the ovary.
Treatment of granulosaomas involves the removal of excess granulosa cells in the ovary. Modern treatment methods can prevent serious complications and significantly increase a woman’s chances of having a healthy child.