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What You Need to Know About Ovarian Cysts
November 22, 2019 by Dr. Lori Gore-Green
During the time that you are menstruating, there’s a possibility you may develop an ovarian cyst
and not even realize it. But before you start to worry, realize that ovarian cysts are usually
harmless. In some cases, however, ovarian cysts can cause pelvic pain and lead to more serious
complications. To be more knowledgable on the matter here’s everything you need to know about
this common cyst.
Ovarian cysts form relatively easily.
Under normal circumstances, one of your ovaries will wrap an egg in a follicle and release the egg
into the fallopian tube every month. The follicle will typically dissipate and absorb into the body. In
the case that the follicle does not release the egg, it can become bigger and develop further into a
follicle cyst. Another type of cyst, a corpus luteum cyst, can form after the follicle combusts and
releases the egg. Theses cysts, however, can bleed and cause women pain in the pelvic area. These
types of cysts are relatively small (1 to 2 millimeters) and will typically resolve itself in a few
weeks.
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A dermoid cyst can be more serious, but they are not common.
A dermoid cyststarts to form when the cells in an ovary start to divide but haven’t been fertilized.
This type of cyst isn’t as common a the cysts mentioned above, but they can grow relatively large,
up to four inches. Due to how big these cysts can get, they often have to be surgically removed.
Normal ovarian cysts often do not display any symptoms.
Ovarian cysts usually don’t trigger any symptoms and will often go away on their own. A corpus
luteum cyst may result in some minor bleeding, but follicle cysts won’t change your menstrual
cycle.
However, there are severe symptoms of ovarian cysts, such as fever, nausea, and vomiting, which
are usually the result of infection. If this is the case, see a doctor immediately.
Ovarian cysts can be found during a routine gyno visit.
Women typically nd out if they have an ovarian cyst during a routine gyno visit, during a pelvic
exam, or during an ultrasound. Women who are experiencing pelvic pain will usually make an
appointment with their doctor anyway, and they will most likely nd the root of the problem.
Surgery is only necessary in some cases.
If your ovarian cyst has not gone after three menstrual cycles, is bigger than 4 inches, or there is
suspicion of a tumor, you may need to get surgery. If you are at risk for “twisting”, which is when
the blood supply to the ovary gets cut off, you will also need to undergo surgery.
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