Find out about The Various Kinds of Ovarian Cysts And Their Symptoms

Ovarian cysts are small sacs filled with fluid occurring inside or outside the ovaries. Generally, these cysts are benign in nature, though at times they can be cancerous or can twist, turn, rupture putting the patient’s life in danger. Hence, an early diagnosis of the situation becomes very important, so that the treatment for ovarian cysts can start soon.

Before we go on to study the list of common symptoms of ovarian cysts, let us have an idea of how many type of ovarian cysts can actually occur.

Ovarian Cysts:

·         Functional Cysts

·         When due to some reason the follicle does not release the egg as it should in normal sequence of events, a follicular cyst occurs.

·         In some cases the corpus luteum does not break down as it should and as a result does not get absorbed by the body, in such cases a corpus luteum cyst occurs.

·         If the cyst bleeds internally it is known as a hemorrhagic cyst.

·         Non uterine can lead to dermoid cysts.

·         Endometriosis leads to endometrioma cysts.

·         Cysts growing outside the ovaries are known as cystadenomas.

·         Large and painful cysts filled mucus and fluid are known as mucinous cystadenomas.

·         Cysts containing both solid as well as fluid components are known as complex cysts.

·         Occurrence of multiple cysts is known as syndrome PCOS or the polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Here are some of the most common symptoms:

·         Pain in pelvic area

·         Stomach cramps

·         A severe and sudden pain can be a symptom of ruptured ovarian cysts

·         Stomach bloating and feeling pressure or fullness in the stomach.

·         Irregular periods

·         Pain just after the beginning, during or after the monthly period ends.

·         Pain during or after sexual intercourse

·         Pain in the vagina, thighs and lower back

·         Pain during passing urine or during bowl movement

·         Nausea and feeling of vomiting

·         Breast tenderness

·         Sudden weight gain

·         Inability to conceive