Types of Ovarian Cyst

Functional Cyst- A functional ovarian cyst is a sac that forms

on the surface of a woman's ovary during or after ovulation. It
holds a maturing egg. Usually the sac goes away after the egg
is released. If an egg is not released, or if the sac closes up
after the egg is released, the sac can swell up with fluid.
Ovarian Cyst
-are fluid-filled sacs or pockets within or on the surface of an
ovary. Many women have ovarian cysts at some time during
their lives.
- Most ovarian cysts present little or no discomfort and are
harmless. The majority of ovarian cysts disappear without
treatment within a few months.
-However, ovarian cysts especially those that have ruptured
sometimes produce serious symptoms.
-It can vary in size. Many are very small, while cysts
associated with ovarian tumors may be 12 inches or more in
diameter.
Signs and Symptoms
-abnormal periods
-bloating and swollen tummy
-difficulty in getting pregnant
-pelvic pain
-pelvic pain before your period or before it ends
-dyspareunia
-pain during bowel movements
-nausea and vomiting
-breast tenderness like that experienced during pregnancy
-fullness or heaviness in your abdomen
-Pressure on your bladder that causes you to urinate more
frequently or have difficulty emptying your bladder
completely

Endometriomas. These cysts develop as a result of

endometriosis, a condition in which uterine
endometrial cells grow outside your uterus. Some of
that tissue may attach to your ovary and form a
growth.

Complication
-Ovarian torsion. Cysts that become large may cause the
ovary to move out of its usual position in the pelvis. This
increases the chance of painful twisting of your ovary, called
ovarian torsion.

Follicular Cyst - A follicular cyst begins when

something goes wrong and the follicle doesn't rupture

or release its egg. Instead it grows and turns into a
cyst.
Corpus luteum cyst - When a follicle releases its egg,
the ruptured follicle begins producing large quantities
of estrogen and progesterone for conception. This
follicle is now called the corpus luteum.

Other types of cyst

Dermoid cysts. These cysts may contain tissue, such

as hair, skin or teeth, because they form from cells that
produce human eggs. They are rarely cancerous.

Cystadenomas. These cysts develop from ovarian

tissue and may be filled with a watery liquid or a
mucous material.

-Rupture. A cyst that ruptures may cause severe pain and

lead to internal bleeding.
Diagnosis
-pregnancy test
-pelvic ultrasound
-laparoscopy
-CA 125 blood test
Treatment
-Watchful waiting
-Birth control pills
-Surgery
Prevention
-Ovarian cysts cant be prevented. However, routine
gynecologic examinations can detect ovarian cysts early.
Benign ovarian cysts dont become cancerous. However,
symptoms of ovarian cancer can mimic symptoms of an

ovarian cyst. Thus, its important to visit your doctor and

receive a correct diagnosis.