Every Girl should Know- Ovarian Cysts: Types, Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention
In today's fast-paced life, the ovarian cyst is a
growing problem in women along with many other diseases, so women have to face
many problems
The ovaries are located in the lower part of both
sides of the uterus. Your body secretes the hormones over estrogen and
progesterone. Today we are going to look at information about ovarian cysts. So
let us fully understand its causes, problems and solutions.
Ovarian Cysts: Types, Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention
What exactly is an ovarian cyst?
Females have two ovaries. In one or both of these,
fluid-filled bags are formed. They are called ovarian cysts. It is believed
that the cyst develops at least once in a woman's life.
Types of Ovarian Cysts: -
1. Folical Cyst or Follicular Cyst
2.Corpus luteum cysts
Other Types: -
1.Dermoid cysts
2.Cystadenomas
3.Endometriomas
4.Polycystic overy syndrome
Ovarian Cancer: -
Ovarian cancer occurs when the fallopian tubes are destroyed and small
lumps begin to form. This is understood when the cyst spreads to the pelvis and
abdomen. The cancer usually occurs after the age of 40 or after menopause.
Types of Ovarian Cancer: -
1.Epithelial Tumers :-
It forms tissue outside both ovaries. It is the
most common type of cancer. It is found in 85 to 90 percent of women.
2.Germ cell Tumers :-
It is a rare type of cancer that starts in the
cells that make eggs.
3.Primary peritoneal carcinoma :-
It is similar to epithelial tumor, but is not
affected by the removal of the ovary.
Symptoms of Ovarian Cyst and Ovarian Cancer: -
When the cyst is small, the symptoms are not
understood but as it gets bigger, many symptoms appear. The symptoms of both
cyst and cancer are almost identical as follows: -
1. Swelling in the abdomen
2. Vaginal pain (before or after menstruation)
3. Pain in the lower back
4. Discomfort, vomiting and fever
5. Feeling of heaviness in the abdomen
6. Indigestion
7. Fatigue
8. Irregular menstruation
9. Bile
10. Hair loss
11. Weight gain
12. Weakness
13. Frequent urination
14. Rapid breathing
Reasons: -
1. Irregular menstruation
2. The presence of an already ovarian cyst
3. Infertility
4. Related issues of hormones
5. Vaginal infection
6. Increased weight
Does ovarian cyst cause ovarian cancer?
What percentage of ovarian cysts are cancerous?
Ovarian cysts are usually not harmful. They also
die on their own. Cysts can or do not cause ovarian cancer. Often the cyst does
not take the form of cancer but in some cases it is possible.
Since the symptoms of cyst and cancer are the
same, it is a bit difficult to understand, but it can be understood after some
tests and examinations. The type of test depends on the size and structure of
the cyst.
The Ovarian Cyst test is performed with the following medical
equipment
1. CT Scan
2. MRI
3. Ultrasound
Other Test-
1. CA-125 blood test
2. Harmonal level test
3. Pregnancy test
4. Colonoscopy
5. Abdominal fluid aspiration
6. Biopsy
7. Transvaginal ultrasound
Types of surgeries used to remove ovarian cysts: -
1. Laproscopy: -
In
this, small cysts are removed with the help of binoculars.
2. Laprotomy: -
This
involves the removal of a large cyst by making a small incision in the abdomen
using open surgery.
From whom should the ovarian cyst treatment be taken: -
In case of
ovarian cysts, it is always advisable to seek treatment from an experienced
gynecologist and obstetrician.
Note- If the above symptoms are found, it is not
necessarily an ovarian cyst, but if any symptoms are found, it should be
checked without ignoring it.
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