What are the symptoms of ovarian cysts?
Common symptoms of an ovarian cyst are:
- Pelvic Pain: A constant ache or discomfort in the lower back or thighs, which may come and go with menstruation.
- Irregular and Painful Periods: Menstrual flow may be lighter or heavier than usual, with increased pain.
- Pain During Intercourse: Discomfort or pain in the pelvic area during sex.
- Bowel Issues: Pain while passing stool, feeling pressure on the bowels, or needing to go frequently.
- Abdominal Discomfort: Feeling bloated, swollen, or heavy in the stomach.
- Urinary Problems: Trouble emptying the bladder or needing to urinate more often.
- Hormonal abnormalities: The Production of abnormal hormones, which results in unusual changes like body hair growth or changes in the way your breasts look.
Causes of Ovarian Cysts
The following are the common causes of ovarian cysts:
- Hormonal Problems: Functional cysts usually go away on their own without treatment. However, they can form due to hormonal imbalances or medications used for ovulation.
- Endometriosis: Women with endometriosis may develop a type of ovarian cyst called an endometrioma. In this condition, endometrial tissue grows on the ovary, causing pain during periods or intercourse.
- Pregnancy: Ovarian cysts can form in early pregnancy to support it until the placenta develops. In some cases, the cyst remains after pregnancy and may need to be removed.
- Severe Pelvic Infections: Infections in the pelvis can spread to the ovaries or fallopian tubes, leading to cyst formation.
Various Types of Ovarian Cysts
- Follicular cysts: It is the most common type of ovarian cyst that develops due to follicle growth during the menstrual cycle.
- Corpus luteum cysts: When pregnancy doesn’t occur, this corpus luteum (found inside the ovary) breaks down to disappear. However, it can also be filled with blood or fluid to persist as an ovarian cyst.
- Chocolate cysts or endometrioma: This cyst occurs when the cells lining the uterus from inside, instead begin to grow outside the uterus.
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome: It is usually called polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), which is characterized by the formation of multiple small cysts inside both ovaries.
- Tubo-ovarian abscesses: Infections of the pelvic organs can cause pus-filled cystic areas in ovaries or Fallopian tubes.
- Dermoid cysts: These are cysts with abnormal tissue growth (benign or malignant).
Ovarian Cysts Treatment Options
The doctor may suggest you either shrink or remove the ovarian cyst if it won’t go away on its own or grow larger. Here are the popular treatment options:
Birth control pills
For recurrent ovarian cysts, the specialists may prescribe you oral contraceptives for stopping ovulation and avoiding the formation of new cysts. Birth control pills also help in reducing the risk of ovarian cancer.
Surgery:
Best Hospital for Ovarian Cyst Treatment
SCI Hospital is a leading hospital in Delhi for treating ovarian cysts through advanced techniques. We have advanced Ultrasound Devices, MRI, and CT Scan devices for frequent monitoring and determining whether the cysts are functional or not.
People across 55+ countries trust our experienced medical professionals due to the following reasons:
- Expert Care 24/7: Our staff and a team of professional medical specialists, including gynecologists, obstetricians, anaesthesiologists, etc., ensure the best facilities 24/7, 365 days a year.
- Advanced Facilities: We have advanced facilities like well-equipped operation theatres, ICUs, and aftercare facilities to ensure the utmost safety and care.
Best Care for High-Risk Disorders: We also have high-risk multidisciplinary specialists to ensure all our patients get the best treatment for complicated medical conditions.
Dr. Vishal Dutt Gour
MBBS , MS - General Surgery , MCh - Urology
- Pain Management Specialist
- 22+ Years Years Experience
Dr. Gautam Banga
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Urology Urologist, Andrologist, Urological Surgeon
- Pain Management Specialist
- 13+ Years Years Experience
FAQs
The common treatment for ovarian cysts is removal by laparoscopy.
The most common cause of ovarian cysts is hormonal problems.
Large cysts (>5 to 10cm) are the ones that require surgical removal as compared to small-sized cysts.
The removal of an ovarian cyst may require treatment, but it doesn’t affect the person’s fertility.
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Dr. Vishal Dutt Gour is the Consultant Urologist and Male Fertility Specialist at SCI International Hospital. After graduating as a doctor from Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital in Mumbai, Dr. Gour gained his General Surgery and Urology Specialist qualifications from B J Medical College and Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad. He was awarded the Shri Dhirajlal Desai Medal for first in M.Ch (Urology).
