What is a cyst in the ovaries?

Answer 1

The causes of nonfunctional ovarian cysts are not yet fully understood. Many factors are believed to play a role in the development of cysts, including a woman's general state of health, weight, diet, personal history, and lifestyle.

Answer 2

* feeling of fullness, pressure, or pain in the abdominal area

* irregular, delayed or extremely painful periods

* painful intercourse

* abdominal swelling * urinary problems * infertility * spotting * vaginal pain * unusual vaginal discharge that is creamy or egg-white in nature * breast tenderness * rarely, fever and nausea * sometimes there are no symptoms

Answer 3

There are a number of causes of cysts on the ovaries. Cysts are sacs filled with fluid that form in the ovaries. Hereditary factors, poor diet and stress, and an unhealthy immune system are some of the principal causes of cysts.

Answer 4

Singular ovarian cyst means one cyst on your ovary. I had one 2 years ago but cured it at home without having surgery. If you want to buy the book go to http://www.OvarianCystsEliminated.com abd buy it. It save me from surgery and best of all it is a natural hollistic way to cure ovarian cysts. Hope this helps.

Answer 5

Ovarian cysts are small fluid filled sacs which develop on the ovaries and are usually harmless unless they rupture. When an egg is ready to be released from the ovary during a woman's menstruation cycle, the egg is released in a sac called a follicle. If the follicle fails to break and release the egg then the fluid remains in the sac which can form a cyst on the ovary. Women of all ages can get cysts. They are not cancerous and most disappear on their own in a matter of weeks. Some symptoms include severe, sharp or sudden pain in the pelvic region or lower abdomen, irregular periods, bloating, pain when urinating.

Answer 6

Hi I'm 15 and i personally have an ovarian cyst which is currently 8.10 cm big and still growing. I have seen a doctor about it and they have been keeping an eye on it, any how an ovarian cyst is pretty much a sack of liquid in my case, but ovarian cysts can be all different types. Everyone will experiences some sort of cyst through out their life usually minor ones that don't need attention.

There are several different types of cysts:

Functional or follicular cysts- These cysts are completely normal and form during ovulation, according to NWHIC. They usually either disappear during menstruation, or shrink within a few months. Only women who are ovulating form functional cysts. If you are in menopause and not having periods, you should have functional cysts.

Endrometriomas - These cysts develop in women who have endometriosis, a condition in which tissue from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows in other areas, such as on the fallopian tubes, the ovaries, and on other organs outside the uterus. Because uterine tissue is sensitive to harmones, it bleeds monthly, which may cause it to form a growing cysts on the ovary. These Cysts can be painful during sexual intercourse and during menstruation.

Benign cystic tumors or cystadenomas - These cysts are non-cancerous and are often filled with liquid. They develop from cells on the outer surface of the ovary.

Dermoid Cysts - Because of the ability of certain cells in the ovaries to develop into any number of types of cells, occasionally a cyst will develop that contains cells of hair, teeth, and other growing tissues. They are often small and may not cause symptoms. They can, however, become large and cause pain.

Multiple Cysts - Women who do not ovulate regularly can develop multiple cysts. This can be caused by a harmonal imbalance called polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS. Symptoms of PCOS include irregular menstrual periods, infertility, and increased body hair.

Paraovarian cysts - These cysts are located along side the ovaries or on the falloian tubes and can mimic true cysts of the ovaries. They can become large and should be watched.

Cysts can also twist, bleed, or they can rupture. Most cysts are benign or not cancerous. However, cysts can sometimes be malignant or cancerous. For this reason, your doctor should check all cysts. If a cysts is benign and not causing problems, it may go away on its own and not require treatment other than observation. If the cysts are a recurring problem, harmonal therapy can be used to shrink an existing cyst and/or keep new cysts from forming.

A doctor may also suggest removing a cyst, especially if it seems to be growing. The Agency for Helathcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) says surgery may be needed if the cyst is causing symptoms or is more than 2 inches across.

If surgery is needed, a benign cyst can often be removed without removing the ovary. Ovarian cystectomy reers to removal of the ovarian cyst. An oophorectomy is a procedure that removes the entire affected ovary.

Answer 7

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