Archive for the ‘Ovarian Cysts’ Category

Do Fibrocystic Breast Disease and ovarian cysts have any kind of relation to each other?

Thursday, March 18th, 2010

I have had FBD since my early teens, and now I am 18 and I have had two ovarian cysts(that I know of within the last 3 months) rupture. Is there any kind of relation between these two conditions? and could this effect my fertility?

I have fibrocystic breast disease and have had it since my early teens. I also have polycystic ovarian syndrome. My mother also has FBD and had a hysterectomy due to cysts so it also runs in families. The cycts on your ovaries could just be random cysts or it could be PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and many women who have PCOS suffer from fertility issues but there are treatments to help with these issues but you first need to see a specialist and be properly diagnosed and do it soon before damage is done.


How likely is it that i will concieve easily if i have had ovarian cysts removed in the past?

Monday, March 15th, 2010

I had a large ovarian cyst removed when i was 13, way back in 2001. I’m now 21 and thinking about trying for a baby in the near (but not too near!) future. Because the cyst was so big, they also had to remove my left fallopian tube. Will this make conception any harder for me?

It may make it a lil harder since you are missing a tube, but as long as the other tube is open and your ovaries are functioning correctly, there is a great chance that you will conceive. As long as you don’t have some underlying fertility issue, most couples (80-90%) conceive within a year of trying! :) Good luck to you!!


Does Birth control work to get rid of ovarian cysts?

Friday, March 12th, 2010

I just want yo know if anyone has experienced birth control getting rid of a ovarian cyst. I have a 10 cm one.. would it work on that large on one?

No I don’t think it would work at all.
The pills only help regulate your menstrual
cycle and get rid of the acne but it wouldn’t
help you with your cysts.


What are the symptoms of Ovarian Cysts?

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Can a pap smear detect ovarian cysts? I have pelvic pain, my ovaries hurt, I have PMS symptoms but I am not PMSing, my legs and back hurt too. has anyone ever experienced this before?

Cyst tend to develop in women after theyve had quite a few kids…..I was 15 years old I woke up at 6 am in the morning with a sharp pain in my bottom abdomen and pain in my back i kept bending forward to supress the pain i was ok at first i didnt seem to think anything of it since i thought they were pre-pms symptoms so i ignored it an hour later i woke up screaming not being able to straighten up i was curled up with my knees to my chest and my hand holding my abdomen…..I dint know what was wrong with me so my parents rushed me to the ER and in less then a 3 minute explanation of what i felt i was rushed to the OR and the Surgeons discovered that I had Bening Ovarian Cyst and a Orange Size Tumors inside my Ovaries My Left OVary was cut off with only 2 mm left to reproduce and my right ovarian was comptlely removed……..You may not experince death harsh pain but just a lil pain in the the back or cramping could mean whether you keeping youre ovaries or not SO GO TO THE ER RIGHT AWAY PLEASE>>….OH YEAH AN INSIDE PELVIC EXAM COULD TELL YOU IF YES OR NO NOT A PAP SMEAR….


What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer vs. ovarian cysts?

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

I had an ovarian cyst about two years ago. My sister has PCOS and there’s a good chance that I have it as well. I’m more concerned that I have a possible tumor though. I looked up the symptoms for ovarian cancer and I have almost all of them except for maybe one or two. I’m really scared. I’m only 17 and I have no idea how to approach my parents about it. If I do have something wrong with me though, I don’t want to wait until it’s too late to try and get help. I also have symptoms that could possibly just be another cyst, although I did just get my period so I don’t think that it could be a cyst. It could even be uterine prolapse, but those symptoms aren’t the same as the gassy, abdominal pain and back pain I usually have particulary the week before and the week after my period. I also have a lot of underarm perspiration. Could this be another sign? Mostly I’m just scared that it might be to late and though I’m a strong Christian and I understand that there is a reason for everything.

It is usually not best to diagnose yourself without about 10 years of medical education and specialization – and even then it isn’t a good idea. Make an appointment with your ob/gyn or family practitioner if you are worried about it.

Does anyone know of a natural remedy for ovarian cysts?

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

I have ovarian cysts that come during ovulation. I was wondering if beets, aloe vera juice and molasses will help get rid of them, or does anyone know of any natural remedy that will help? I was also wondering if the ovarian cysts that come during ovulation will prevent you from getting pregnant? If you could give me more info on the type of cyst I have, please let me know also. Much help needed here..thanks!

I would suggest you research iodine supplementation.

Can genital herpes make ovarian cysts worse?

Sunday, February 28th, 2010

I have this friend with genital herpes and ovarian cyst pain attacks. She is usually miserable with one or the other, but sometimes she has them at the same time. Do you think that the herpes can bother the ovarian cyst in some way?

No, Ive never heard of that. If she has ovarian cysts though she needs checked out for diabetes, HTN, and cholesterol – these conditions can go along with ovarian cysts.

Do ovarian cysts usually need to be surgically removed?

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

I was told today after getting MRI results that I need to see an oncologist. I always thought that most ovarian cysts and fibroids are not cancer. I have no symptoms, no pain, no bleeding.
Do you think I’ll have to have that godd-awful test called a ‘Hysterosonography?’
the report mentioned that I should go for a transvaginal sonogram for more information.

Typically, ovarian cysts are functional (not disease or cancer related) and occur as a normal process of ovulation. During the days before ovulation, a follicle grows. But at the time of expected ovulation, the follicle fails to break open and release an egg, as it is supposed to. Instead, the fluid within the follicle remains and forms a cyst.

Functional, or physiological, ovarian cysts usually disappear within 8-12 weeks without treatment. They are relatively common, and are more common during a woman’s childbearing years (puberty to menopause). Ovarian cysts are rare after menopause.

Functional ovarian cysts are not the same as ovarian tumors (including ovarian cancer) or cysts due to hormone-related conditions such as polycystic ovarian disease. Some non-functional ovarian cysts must be treated to go away.

An ovarian cyst can cause pain if it pushes on nearby structures, ruptures or bleeds. Pain may also occur if the cyst is twisted or causes twisting (torsion) of the fallopian tube.

Symptoms of ovarian cysts can include:

* Pelvic pain – constant, dull aching
* Pain with intercourse or pelvic pain during movement
* Pain during bowel movements
* Pelvic pain shortly after beginning or ending a menstrual period
* Abnormal uterine bleeding (change from normal menstrual pattern)
* Longer than usual menstrual cycle
* Shorter than usual menstrual cycle
* Absent menstruation
* Irregular menstruation
* Abdominal bloating or swelling

Often no symptoms are noted and ovarian cysts are found only be routine examinations. Usually birth control pills may be prescribed to help establish normal cycles and decrease the development of functional ovarian cysts.

Simple ovarian cysts that are larger than 5-10 centimetres and complex ovarian cysts that persist should and will usually be surgically removed via laparoscopy (minimal invasive surgery).

I would recommend that you discuss all the details such as the type of cyst, size of cyst etc with your doctor/gyno and ask them to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

I have suffered from many bilateral ovarian cysts over the past 10 years and have had to have surgery 2 times to the cysts removed (it wasn’t anything too serious).

I hope this helps to answer your question. Good luck :)

Can an 18 year old female get pregnant even thought she has a small ovarian cysts?

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

My 18 year old friend has a small ovarian cysts on her left overy and she has been trying to get pregnant for the past 3 months but she doesn’t seem to get pregnant.

She feels like she cant have kids so shes just wondering if the cysts has anything to do with her not getting pregnant…

P.S. she wants to start her family at a young age…

Cysts do not normally stop an ovary producing healthy eggs, and the other ovary will produce eggs anyway, so assuming her partner is fertile she should be able to get pregnant.

Ways to subside pain caused by ovarian cysts?

Friday, February 19th, 2010

What are some ways to subside the pain caused by two large ovarian cysts while waiting for surgery? My surgery is on March 30th, so I have a long way to go. I have been alternating between Advil and Tylenol and also using hot compresses.

Have you considered natural methods to help your body shrink them naturally? It helps a lot people and is definitely worth a shot while you wait.

Hope everthing goes well.