An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled or semisolid-filled sac that develops on, inside, or near one or both of your ovaries. Your ovaries are tiny organs in your pelvis that store egg cells and produce estrogen and progesterone, among other hormones.
The majority of ovarian cysts are painless and disappear on their own. Nonetheless, a sizable ovarian cyst may result in :
Intermittent pelvic pain.
A dull aching or a searing sensation leaning to one side in the region below the bellybutton.
Feeling heavy, pressed, or full in your stomach (abdomen).
Bloating
Pain during intercourse
Painful periods
If you have any of these symptoms visit a Gynaecologist to be diagnosed and treated properly.
Ovulation (leading cause)
Abnormal cell reproduction
Endometriosis
Pelvic inflammatory disease
A pelvic exam or imaging procedure, such as a pelvic ultrasound, can detect an ovarian cyst.
Pregnancy test
Pelvic ultrasound.
Laparoscopy
Tumor marker tests
Depending on how serious the problem is, different treatments are available for ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms and prevent complications.
Watchful waiting
Medicine
Hormonal contraceptives
Surgical management
Cystectomy where cysts are removed without removing the ovary.
Oophorectomy where the ovary with the cyst is removed.
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