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OVARIAN CYSTS: WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR

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  Seek medical attention if you experience: Severe pelvic pain Abdominal bloating Pain during intercourse Irregular periods Sudden sharp pain with nausea or vomiting (could be cyst rupture or torsion)     Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cysts Not all ovarian cysts show symptoms, but when they do, these are the most common: 1. Pelvic Pain Dull or sharp pain on one side of the lower abdomen. Pain may come and go.   ALSO READ:  https://stephenpriscilla.blogspot.com/2025/12/ovarian-cysts-things-you-should-know.html  2. Bloating or Abdominal Swelling, Feeling of fullness or heaviness in the stomach area.   3. Menstrual Irregularities such as Missed periods, Heavier or lighter periods, Spotting between cycles 4. Pain During Intercourse, Pain or discomfort during sexual activity, especially deep penetration. 5. Pain During Bowel Movements, Pressure from the cyst can make passing stool painful.   6. Frequent Urination ...

OVARIAN CYSTS: THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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  Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on or inside the ovaries.   Most women will develop at least one ovarian cyst in their lifetime, often without even knowing.   Every woman has two ovaries, and they release eggs every month. During this process, it is normal for small cysts to appear, most are harmless and disappear on their own but some can cause pain or complications.   However, some cysts can grow larger, cause pain, or lead to complications.   Causes of ovarian cysts 1. Hormonal Imbalance Happens when ovulation doesn’t occur properly. Can create functional cysts, such as follicular or corpus luteum cysts.   2. Pregnancy A cyst can form early in pregnancy to help support the pregnancy until the placenta develops.   3. Endometriosis Endometrial tissue can attach to the ovary and form a cyst known as an endometrioma.   4. Pelvic Infections Severe infections can spread to the ovaries and cause ...