It's Not Unusual To Get Cysts On The Ovaries

By Amanda Clark

No matter what a woman's age, it's not unusual to get cysts on the ovaries. Rest assured that it is very common, with statistics showing that most women will experience at least one cyst in their lives. The good news is that they are harmless, but sometimes, they may be of a more serious nature.

To begin with, all women at every age, must be routinely checked by way of pelvic examinations by a gynecologist. This will help to avoid any serious complications. Furthermore, it should be known that in many cases there are no symptoms whatsoever. On the other hand, there could be extreme pain associated with this that can be confused with other types of problems in the pelvis.

Everyone reacts differently, because the symptoms are quite different, as are the cysts. For example, some women may experience a continuous dull aching feeling in the pelvic area. This may even extend into the lower back and legs. Other women may experience pain, close to their menstrual period, while others during intercourse.

You may even experience pain in during a bowel movement or a feeling of heaviness in the belly. Many women also feel a weight in the bladder or rectum. However, there are urgent situations that need immediate medical attention if there are sharp abdominal pains, and/or pains accompanied by fever and/or vomiting.

With that said, all women should find some comfort in knowing that cysts on the ovaries are not uncommon. The reason for this is due to the production of cyst like substances that occur in normal ovarian function. The majority fade away, but others remain growing larger and form a cyst.

After a pelvic examination and an ultrasound, your doctor will decide what is the best treatment for your situation. Of course, the size and other determining factors play a role in his decision. Typically, he may not recommend any type of treatment at all, or use birth control pills or surgery to treat you. - 29962

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