Do I Have Ovarian Cysts?

Do you have pain in your pelvis that can range from a dull, heavy sensation to a sudden, severe and sharp pain?

Do you have dull ache in the lower back and thighs?

Do you have pain in the lower right or left quadrant of your abdomen on one side?

Do you have pain that comes and go (intermittent pain)?

Do you have fullness or heaviness in your abdomen?

Do you feel very full after only eating a small amount of food?

Have you lost or gain weight unintentionally?

Do you have pain during sex?

Do you have difficulty emptying your bladder or bowel completely?

Do you have a frequent need to urinate?

Do you have heavy periods, irregular periods or lighter periods than normal?

Do you have breast tenderness?

Do you have nausea or vomiting?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have ovarian cysts. Ovarian cysts are sacs filled with fluid located in the ovaries or on their surface. Ovarian cysts usually do not cause symptoms, and many women do not know they have them. The most common type of ovarian cysts is functional cysts that are the result of your menstrual cycle. Functional cysts are harmless and usually resolve on their own. Women with hormonal changes, endometriosis and severe pelvic infection are more prone to ovarian cysts. There is no way to prevent ovarian cysts, but regular pelvic examinations can help you maintain your reproductive health.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have ovarian cysts. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can be found in or on your ovaries. There are 2 main types of ovarian cysts: functional and pathological. The most common type is functional ovarian cysts. They develop as a part of your menstrual cycle, and often go away on their own within two or three menstrual cycles. Pathological ovarian cysts are caused by abnormal cell growth or an underlying condition, such as endometriosis. Some types of cysts can become oversized, causing the ovaries to move from their position. The ultrasound scan is used to diagnose ovarian cysts.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have ovarian cysts. Ovarian cysts are sacs with fluid placed inside your ovaries or on their surface. Ovarian cysts are more common in women with a regular menstrual cycle than in postmenopausal women. They can be different sizes. Large cysts can put pressure on your ovaries, causing them to move, or they can rupture causing pain and internal bleeding. Sometimes an ovarian cyst can prevent you from getting pregnant. Treatment includes monitoring your cyst, medications or surgery. In some cases it is possible to remove only the cyst, while in others the entire ovary must be removed.