What are Ovarian Cysts?
Women have two ovaries found on either side of the uterus. Eggs (ova) are released from ovaries every month during the childbearing years
Sometimes, a fluid-filled sac called a cyst will develop on one of the ovaries. Many women will develop at least one cyst during their lifetime.
Most ovarian cysts are harmless. However, ruptured ovarian cysts can cause severe symptoms
What are the Symptoms of Ovarian Cysts?
Most cysts are asymptomatic and heal on their own. However, a large ovarian cyst can cause symptoms such as:
- Pain in the lower abdomen on the side of the cyst.
- Feeling of fullness in your abdomen.
- Bloating of abdomen
If you have these signs and symptoms, request an appointment at Brundavan Hospitals to know more about your condition and receive the best treatment accordingly.
Risk Factors-
- Hormonal problems
- Pregnancy
- Endometriosis. In this uterine endometrial cells grow outside of your uterus and form an ovarian cyst.
- Severe pelvic infection
- A previous ovarian cyst. If you’ve had one ovarian cyst, you’re likely to develop
it again.
How is an Ovarian Cyst Diagnosed?
The following tests are used to diagnose an ovarian cyst.
- Pregnancy test
- Pelvic exam
- Ultrasound
- CA 125 test
- Laparoscopy
Treatment of Ovarian Cyst:
- Medication – Hormonal contraceptives, such as birth control pills, to prevent the recurrence of ovarian cysts are recommended. However, birth control pills won’t treat any existing ovarian cyst.
- Surgery – Removal of a large cyst that is growing or causes pain through surgery.
- Oophorectomy – Removal of the affected ovary and leaving the other intact.
- Hysterectomy – Removal of the uterus
- Chemotherapy
- Radiotherapy
Brundavan Hospitals offers an excellent treatment for the management of ovarian cysts. Book an appointment right away to contact our expert doctors and to know more about your condition.