Bleeding Ovarian Cyst Requires Immediate Care

By Amanda Clark

Most women experience ovarian cysts but many never know them have them. When a bleeding ovarian cyst occurs, however, immediate treatment is required.

In order to understand the treatment, it's helpful to understand how ovarian cysts can form.

A woman's ovaries are two organs about the size of walnuts, located on each side of the uterus. Each month, an egg grows in a sac called a follicle inside the ovary. When levels of estrogen rise in the normal menstrual cycle, the egg ripens and is released from the ovary. At the same time the uterus lining thickens to prepare itself for the possibility of a pregnancy. When the egg isn't fertilized, the uterine contents are discharged in the menstrual period.

Sometimes, an ovary - one of the two walnut-sized organs on either side of the uterus where eggs ripen - fails to release an ovum. The small sac that holds the egg, called a follicle, can close itself off around the unreleased ovum and fill with fluid. Doctors call this kind a "functional cyst."

Another type of ovarian cyst forms when the follicle doesn't dissolve normally after releasing an egg. A cyst that results from this condition is called a "corpus luteum cyst."

Unfortunately, ovarian cysts of any type can rupture and bleed, causing both pain and inflammation in the pelvic area. Bleeding ovarian cysts can occur at any time, resulting in spotting or bleeding between periods and severe pain.

Ovarian cysts can be detected during an examination involving an ultrasound test. The cysts look like bubbles in the ovaries. Most ovarian cysts are not to related to an illness, are not cancerous, and usually dissolve on their own within a few weeks. However, any time a bleeding ovarian cyst occurs, pain and pelvic inflammation result. A woman who suspects she may have a bleeding ovarian cyst should see her doctor right away, or go to an emergency room for treatment if the pain is severe. - 29962

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Treatment For Ovarian Cysts - How Aggressive Should You Be

By Amanda Clark

The type of treatment for ovarion cysts as recommended by your doctor will has lot to do with how much pain you are experiencing, and whether you are interested in holistic remedies. Different doctors believe in different therapies.

Treatment largely is nothing more than prophylactic approach to the pain as long as the cyst appears to exist without complications. If the location or status is decided to cause further jeopardy, a more aggressive treatment plan is advised.

Cysts that are located near the Fallopian tubes, or are causing the tubes to be blocked or twisted, need to be surgically removed before they burst and cause infection or further complications such as ruptured Fallopian tubes or severe internal and uncontrollable bleeding.

Usually it's the pain that brings a cyst to everyone's attention, although some cysts can reach dangerous proportions without any discomfort at all. Others are found during a routine GYN exam and the patient is sometimes surprised to eve hear she has a cyst. For patients who are experiencing pain, the doctor usually prescribes over the counter pain killers to start with. Most will disappear by themselves.

In situations where the pain, and/ or bleeding, is causing severe disruptions in someone's personal or work life, birth control pills with the right hormonal mix will be prescribed. The assumption is that the hormones will help reduce the size of the cyst, but this is frequently ineffective.

If you reach the point where you can barely get out of bed, and you are missing work, and perhaps bleeding almost constantly, it's time to consider surgery. This is always done as day surgery and under a local anesthetic.

Complications are rare and recovery is rapid. Many patients are back to normal within 48 hours. Recurrence is virtually unheard o - 29962

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How Are Endometrial Cysts Treated

By Amanda Clark

All women who have been told by their doctors that they have cysts, often look at them with disbelief and fear. Their first question is often what can be done about endometrial cysts, because they often lack the knowledge involved with how the body functions.

To begin with, this tissue forms normally, every month. It happens in all women of childbearing age, as a preparation for the possibility of a pregnancy. However, when this occurs on the ovaries, and not in the uterus, complications begin.

This is how cysts are born. They cysts in particular are brown in color, because of the blood that has amassed. They are commonly called chocolate cysts. Typically, they do not pose any serious problems in women, however they may be associated with pain.

But, they are known to cause infertility in some cases. One painful side effect that is associated with these cysts is that they can rupture. Once this occurs, the bloody sack spills its substances over onto the organs that surround the area, which can cause further complications. So, when a woman experiences any type of pelvic and even abdominal pain, it is highly recommended that she sees or contacts her doctor immediately.

In severe cases, surgery is the treatment that is usually recommended. Depending on the size of the system, it may even be necessary to remove the ovary. Doctors may also recommend the use of the birth control pill in order to prevent further cysts from developing.

It is believed that hormones are the direct cause of the development of chocolate cysts. Therefore, prevention is probably the best type of treatment. Thankfully, there are natural remedies to control the hormones, thereby controlling the growth, or lack, of cysts. The advantage to treating these symptoms in this way, is that there are no side effects with natural treatments. - 29962

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My Family's Story Of Ovarian Cysts Infertility Risks.

By Amanda Clark

My mother has three daughters, and all but one of us has suffered ovarian cysts at some point in our lives, including our mother. Additionally, each of us has our own children. While ovarian cysts can cause infertility, most ovarian cysts will not unless complications occur. Here are some things you should know about ovarian cysts infertility.

Ovarian cysts can cause complications if not treated or diagnosed by a doctor. You can even prevent cysts by using oral contraceptives or hormone medications. Many women, including most of the women in our family have suffered from ovarian cysts and we have not become infertile.

Both my mother and my sister had the ovarian cysts. My mother had ovarian cysts primarily near menopause, during which time she also had miscarriages. These were some of the complications she experienced related to menopause. My sister had a number of ovarian cysts in her late teens; however, after having children she rarely has had any other problems with ovarian cysts.

In all of my 39 years, I have only had one cyst; it was easily removed as an outpatient procedure. Through regular checkups, the doctor can check to make sure that you are staying healthy, particularly if you plan to have children. If you are not planning to have children, make regular checkups and plan to use an oral contraceptive.

If you use an oral contraceptive, you reduce your chances of getting pregnant, but also of getting ovarian cysts. My youngest sister has always used birth control pills. She has never had a single ovarian cyst. This may work for you as well.

While many families may have ovarian cysts as a family heritage, it is important to understand that they do not always cause infertility unless left unchecked and uncared for by the doctor. You can prevent your ovarian cysts inferility can be avoided by keeping your doctor's appointments. - 29962

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Ovarian Cyst And Pregnancy : The Facts

By Amanda Clark

Did you that it is common for an ovarian cyst and pregnancy to coexist? Cysts, although technically abnormal, are relatively normal during pregnancy. An ovarian cyst is a closed sac that develops in the ovary. These sacs can be filled with fluid, blood or tissue. During pregnancy, they are normally filled with fluid.

There are different types of ovarian cysts. Most cysts during a pregnancy are functional. This means that they occur because of normal functions in the ovaries. Luteum and follicular cysts are the two types of functional cysts. Some women choose to use birth control to prevent this normal function.

The corpus luteum is responsible for making progesterone and helps begin pregnancy. It is a small sac that ranges in size from 2 cm to 6cm. It leaves the ovaries following the egg and remains in the body for early pregnancy. When it remains longer than it should it can form a luteum cyst. Most of the time there are no symptoms, but if there are they typically go away by the second trimester.

The follicle holding the unfertilized egg can also develop into a cyst. This type of functional cyst is called follicular. During a pregnancy, the follicle dissolves and the egg is released and fertilized. When there are more than one egg, the extra eggs are not always released. This follicle may not dissolve and rather form into a cyst and grow. Most follicular cysts also go away by the second trimester.

Even though these functional cysts are rather normal, they can case pain. Cysts that grow to large are able to rupture. Ruptured cysts can cause several hours of pain. Cysts can also attach to other surfaces and twist. Twisting cuts of blood supply causing nausea and pain.

Many women worry about developing ovarian cancer from ovarian cyst. This is very rare. Ovarian cancer typically affects menopausal women. Any ovarian cyst can become cancerous; the cysts that occur during pregnancy typically do not. Having an ovarian cyst during your pregnancy is nothing to fear. A doctor is able to diagnose and remove them if they become a serious concern. However, many will just go away on their own - 29962

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Ovarian Cyst Removal; Things You Should Know.

By Amanda Clark

If you have an ovarian cyst you will more than likely need a procedure to remove them. Most cyst are asymptomatic and will more than likely go away on their own in a couple months. If the cyst are cancerous, large, painful, or twisted your doctor may want to do an ovarian cyst removal. The older you get the more likely the cyst will become cancerous.

There are several things that can cause complications with the removal of the cyst. They are called risk factors. Some of these risk factors include; obesity, illness, alcohol or drug abuse, and smoking. Prescribed medications can be a problem also so want to make sure your doctor knows if you are using insulin, muscle relaxers, or sedatives.

You do not want to rush into a decision on ovarian cyst removal. Discuss the procedure with your doctor. Find out what the success rate is and what you should expect before and after the procedure. If you have to or decide to undergo this procedure there are a few things you should expect such as; a physical exam, blood and urine test, and an x-ray or ultrasound.

One of the procedures for ovarian cyst removal is laparoscopic surgery. This surgery is fairly simple, your doctor will make a small incision right under your naval and insert a laparoscope through it. He will then pump carbon dioxide gas into your abdomen so that he can see all of the organs better. Once the laparoscope finds the cyst he will then make one ot two more small incisions so he can remove the ovarian cyst.

The other procedure is open suregery. This surgery is more invasive. The surgeon will need to make an incision through your abdomen and muscles. He will then completely open your abdomen so he can locate the blod vessel that lead to the cyst. He will clamp and tie these blood vesels so he can remove the cyst. You will have stitches or stamples in your abdomen to close it back up.

Recovery time will vary from person to person depending on the surgery. The laparoscopic surgery will only hurt for 2-4 days afterward. But the open surgery can leave you in pain for 7-10 days. You will need to avoid strenuous activity for several weeks along with sexual activity. You should not do any lifting either. Your body needs time to recover from surgery. - 29962

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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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