As a number of factors contribute towards the formation of ovarian cysts, the types of ovarian cysts that develop also differ. The term ‘ovarian cyst’ might seem to be quite intimidating. However, such cysts actually are common amongst women, during menstruation, in particular. For a woman, at the time of menstrual cycle, development of small, egg or fluid filled cysts around and in the ovaries is very common. As the cycle progresses, the breaking of these sacs take place, thereby releasing the eggs in to fallopian tube.
The
above-mentioned ovarian cysts, which are generally
harmless, called ‘functional cysts’ are usually
asymptomatic. In other words, they exist w/o the
production of any symptoms. In certain cases, however,
ovarian cysts are bound to cause a lot of pain, thereby
resulting in suffering from sore symptoms. Ovarian cysts
occasionally put the health of a woman in danger, if
they prove to be cancerous, particularly. There are
several types of ovarian cysts which can be
threatening to the health. Hence, acquiring pap smears
on a regular basis is essential to identify whether you
are suffering from ‘Malignant Ovarian Cyst’ or not.
Corpus
Luteum Cyst
The
‘corpus luteum’ can be referred to as a gland related to
ovary which performs the task of manufacturing
progesterone after the release of the egg. This is to
prepare uterus for probable pregnancy. Corpus Luteums,
which are healthy, are fluid-filled, round glands which
roughly have dimensions as: Diameter: 1 inch. It should
be noted that for identifying the growth as cyst, it
should have a diameter of ½ inch.
Cysts
on ‘corpus luteum’ are characteristically asymptomatic.
They have the tendency of developing at the time of
woman’s monthly cycle’s end. The occurrence of such
cysts is also common in pregnancy’s early stages. In
majority of cases, corpus luteum cysts go away by
themselves without any essential treatment.
Hemorrhagic
Cyst
Functional
cysts containing or releasing blood are called
‘hemorrhagic cysts’. These cysts do not burst every
time. However, if they do, blood leaks and the ‘pelvic
region’ develops a ‘generic burning sensation’.
‘Hemorrhagic cysts’ are frequent phenomena. Treatment is
not required. Majority of women experience hemorrhagic
cyst sometime in their life. Surgery is suggested by the
doctor if he finds the presence of endometriosis.
Hemorrhagic cysts are better known as hematocysts,
hematoceles, or, as stated above, blood cysts.
Hemorrhagic cysts fall in the category of functional
cysts.
Usually,
hemorrhagic cysts would be causing abdominal pain, on
either side of body. They are also likely of causing
bleeding and rapid stretching with regards to walls of
ovaries. Pain can be caused due to this also. Blood
clots would usually form in ovary at this time. Sonogram
can be used for making them visible. Hemorrhagic cysts
have the tendency of regulating themselves. It should be
noted that they might need surgical removal. At times,
resolution can take place without surgery as well, but
when you opt for a surgical removal of ovarian cyst you
should also know the complications of the surgery.
Dermoid
cyst
This
kind of ‘ovarian cyst’ has the tendency of growing from
a germ cell present in ovaries. It is better known as
Tot potential Germ Cell. It’s a fundamental cell through
which other tissues like bones, teeth, and hair grow.
Owing to this, dermoid cysts have the tendency of
containing a huge variety of kinds of Solid Physical
Tissue. This cyst is generally benign. It typically
consists of a variety of tissues inclusive of thyroid,
bone, teeth, hair, etc. As dermoid cyst develops on a
tot potential cell, there is a possibility of other
cells being formed. They give rise to mature tissues, as
well as recognizable structures like bone, hair, oily
(sebaceous) material, teeth, and neutral
tissue.
Dermoid
cysts are not subject to occurrence at a particular age.
However, the main time of getting dermoid cysts detected
is the childbearing years. Average age is thirty. Around
15% of the women having ovarian teratomas possess them
in their ovaries. Size of dermoid cysts can range
between a centimetre, i.e. < ½ inch and 45
centimeters, i.e. around 17 inches in
diameter.
The
ovary can get twisted due to dermoid cysts, and the
blood supply can get blocked. The risk of dermoid cyst
getting ruptured is directly proportional to its size.
The women are bound to face problems such as pain,
adhesion, etc. due to rupture. Getting the dermoid
choice removed is a matter of choice. Open surgery, i.e.
laparotomy or the one with scope, i.e. laparoscopy can
be used for removing dermoid cyst. It should be noted
that torsion of ovary through cyst is to be considered
an emergency. It requires surgery on an urgent surgery.
Dermoid cysts are better known as ovarian teratomas or
simply dermoids.
The
various medications and treatments are omnipresent in
the market and you will have plenty of choice to select
from. Anyhow, no other method will help you more than
the holistic approach. An ovarian cyst is basically
caused due to unhealthy lifestyle and diet. A holistic
treatment will bring about a major change from the root
level itself and help you fight; rather avoid all types
of ovarian cysts.
‘Chocolate
cyst’ or endometrioma
These
cysts can be referred to as the ones which form at the
time of invasion of ovary by endometrial tissue. It
responds to hormonal changes occurring every month. This
results in the cyst of getting filled with blood. The
other name for these cysts is ‘chocolate cyst’. This can
be attributed to the color of the blood, i.e.
reddish-brown, dark. Multiple cysts of such type are
formed during the condition called ‘endometriosis. They
can prove to be extremely painful, especially at the
time of intercourse or period.
Cyst
adenoma
These are
the cysts caused due to the cells on surface of ovary.
They fall in the category of benign cysts. They are
likely of becoming quite large occasionally, thereby
interfering with the abdominal organs.
Polycystic
ovary
Women not
ovulating regularly are likely to develop such types of
cysts. Ovaries get quite enlarged under such
circumstances and result in the formation of tiny cysts,
thereby forming a cluster under the outer, thickened
capsule. Polycystic ovary, in medical terms, is
considered to be a composite condition involving
multiple organ system and hormonal
dysfunction.
