The ovary is the main female reproductive organ, which contains follicles that produce ova and steroid hormones in a regular (menstrual) cycle. There are two ovaries, situated in the lower abdomen, one on each side of the uterus.
Ovarian cysts (fluid-filled sacs) that form on the ovaries, are quite common among women whilst they are still menstruating, this is generally between the ages of 15-55 years.
A solid ovarian cyst is often referred to as a "tumor" however, it must be understood that this term is the general medical term for any inflation in a tissue and it does not mean the cyst is malignant (cancerous). In fact most ovarian cysts are benign (not cancerous).
Although most ovarian cysts are not malignant, they may reach a very large size and rotate on their stalks, thus cutting off their blood supply and causing severe abdominal pain and vomiting. In such cases the cyst may require urgent surgical removal.
Quite often many women experience no symptoms when they have an ovarian cyst, especially if it is small, however, other women report pain during intercourse, lower abdominal pain, abnormal menstruation, pressure on the bladder causing bladder frequency, even dizziness and vomiting. This normally occurs when the cyst has grown larger.
If the cyst does not go away and the pain becomes more severe then the doctor may suggest surgery in the form of a laparoscopy or a laparotomy.
A laparoscopy procedure is performed with a small cut under the navel and the insertion of a telescopic instrument to remove the cyst.
A laparotomy is the more intrusive surgery to remove a larger and more dangerous cyst and may include the removal of some surrounding tissues.
As surgery is a last resort in the treatment of ovarian cysts it is generally a good idea to seek a second opinion to give you peace of mind before making the final decision.
There are other alternative forms of treatment for ovarian cysts and other options to investigate including natural non-invasive remedies that thousands of women worldwide have discovered to relieve their constant pain and start shrinking their ovarian cyst without ever using risky drugs or resorting to surgery.
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