Signs of Ovarian Cysts Women Should Not Ignore

Signs of Ovarian Cysts Women Should Not Ignore

An ovarian cyst is a liquid-filled sac that develops on one of the ovaries. It is common for most women to develop at least one cyst during their lifetime, as a result of the normal function of the menstrual cycle.

There are different types of ovarian cysts, such as dermoid and endometrioma cysts. However, functional cysts are the most common. The two types of functional cysts include follicle and corpus luteum cysts.

Although experts are not yet sure why some women develop ovarian cysts and others do not, they have identified several risk factors. Some risk factors are smoking; family history of ovarian, breast or colorectal cancer; obesity; women who have never been pregnant; women who did not breastfeed their children; and certain medications, such as fertility drugs or hormone replacement therapy.

Most ovarian cysts do not cause any signs or symptoms and they go away on their own. This is particularly true of functional cysts. However, a large cyst can cause some discomfort.

Also, you may start noticing symptoms if the cyst starts bleeding, breaks open, twists the fallopian tube or interferes with the blood supply to the ovary.

It is important to be aware of the symptoms of ovarian cysts because some symptoms are an indication that immediate medical attention is needed.

Different Types of Ovarian Cysts
There are essentially a number of different types of ovarian cysts, depending on how they form, or where they form, in relation to the ovaries.

Functional Ovarian Cysts
Functional ovarian cysts are the most common type of ovarian cysts, and they are normally formed during your ovulation process. Functional cysts form when your ovaries do not release the egg properly or when the egg sac or follicle that contained the egg is not absorbed by the ovary efficiently.

These types of cysts are also sometimes called follicle cysts and they often go completely unnoticed since they are most often not painful at all. Your body resolves follicle cysts naturally within a few months. Functional or follicle cysts seldom occur in menopausal women since ovulation has ceased.

Endometriomas or Endometrioid Cysts
In certain individuals, the lining of the uterus begins to grow beyond the uterus and may in some cases grow into the ovaries. Unlike functional cysts, endometrioid cysts can be very painful, especially during menstruation. These cysts may affect fertility and your ability to fall pregnant.

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Dermoid Cysts
Another cyst that may cause discomfort and pain is called a dermoid cyst. Dermoid cysts are actually benign tumors that occur most frequently in younger women. These cysts may contain tissue like cartilage or fat and may even contain hair and skin. They can grow up to 6 inches in diameter and can be extremely painful. These cysts may become inflamed causing severe abdominal pain and discomfort.

Polycystic Ovaries
Your eggs form in follicles in the ovary. When these follicles fail to open correctly to release the eggs during ovulation, they can accumulate on your ovaries. This causes an individual’s ovaries to enlarge, resulting in a thick outer layer or covering on the ovaries. This thick outer layer is often the source of pain and discomfort. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can result in fertility problems and other complications.

For more information about this condition and for the best natural treatments, read my post about the best natural remedies for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).

Cystadenoma Cysts
Cystadenomas are known as neoplasms (new growths). Ovarian neoplasms are new and abnormal formations that develop from the ovarian tissue. There are two types of cystadenomas:

Serous cystadenoma is filled with a thin watery fluid and can grow to be between 2 inches to 6 inches in diameter.
Mucinous cystadenoma is filled with a sticky, thick gelatinous material and can grow to be between 6 inches to 12 inches in diameter. There have been rare cases where the cyst measured 40 inches in diameter and weighed over 100 pounds.

Ovarian Cysts – Warning Signs
Most ovarian cysts are small and don’t cause symptoms. They may grow quietly and go unnoticed until they are found on routine examination. However, if they are ruptured and/or become large enough, the following symptoms may occur:

Swelling or abdominal bloating
Menstrual changes such as late periods, bleeding between periods or irregular periods
Experiencing pain during bowel movements
Infertility
Experiencing a certain amount of pain during intercourse
Experiencing pain before or during your menstrual cycle
Unexplained weight gain
Breast tenderness
Abdominal cramping without period
In extreme cases you could experience nausea and vomiting.

You should pay attention to any pain or discomfort you feel during your menstrual cycle, and if you experience any of the following extreme symptoms then you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. For more information read my article: Ovary Pain and Lower Pelvic Pain – 13 Possible Causes.

Extreme symptoms caused by cysts include sharp or severe pelvic pain. If you are running a fever, or feel faint or dizzy during your menstrual cycle, then you should get medical help. If you breathing is affected, then you need to seek help immediately.

Risk Factors – What to Avoid
Although science has not yet isolated the causes of ovarian cysts, research has identified a number of risk factors that increase your chances of developing ovarian cysts.

Smoking is a risk factor that may increase your chances of developing ovarian cysts.
Obesity may increase your risk of developing functional ovarian cysts. 
Having children affects the overall hormonal balance in the body. Women who have not had children and women who did not breastfeed their children may have a greater risk of developing ovarian cysts.
Medications that affect the hormonal balance also have an impact on your risks of developing ovarian cysts. Hormone replacement therapies and fertility drugs may increase your risks of developing ovarian cysts. Make sure to read my post about the 13 signs of hormonal imbalance
Family or personal history of ovarian, breast, or colorectal cancer (having the BRCA gene can increase the risk)

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