Cyst is a fluid-filled structure. Cysts, which can be seen in women of all ages, can sometimes reach the size of an orange.
Even though many of the ovarian cysts are harmless, they can cause pain and may burst when they grow too large. Growths that occur in the ovaries in the post-menopausal period are due to
ovarian cancer.
> Functional cysts; These are cysts that occur due to disorders in ovulation, usually do not cause pain and
disappear on their own. If it causes pain or grows, it may need to be surgically removed
. Follicle cysts; They occur as a result of follicles that develop normally and crack and release the egg when the egg inside them matures, but continue to grow. They are usually unilateral.
Corpus Luteum cysts; The corpus luteum is the normal structure formed after the follicle ruptures. Sometimes this structure
remains for a long time after ovulation and bleeds into itself. It usually does not cause pain, but sometimes it occurs between the 20th and 26th days of the menstrual period. It may cause discomfort between days. Functional cysts usually disappear spontaneously. If the cyst causes pain or grows, it may need to be removed surgically. Dermoid cysts; These cysts, which are most common in people in their 20s, contain different tissues such as skin, teeth and hair. These
cysts need to be removed surgically.
Endometrioma; These are cysts filled with a dark brown fluid seen in endometriosis disease. Ovarian cysts can cause groin pain and irregular menstruation. The diagnosis of these cysts is made by genital examination and
ultrasonographic examination.
Polycystic ovary disease; This disease, which is more common in obese women, is caused by the release of excessive amounts of male hormones from the ovaries and adrenal
glands. In these patients, the ovaries enlarge and cysts form, irregular bleeding and hair growth may occur. This disease prevents regular ovulation
and causes infertility. If the patient is single or the couple does not want a baby, birth control
pills are used in the treatment. If there is a desire for a baby in polycystic ovary disease, which is also a cause of infertility, drugs that stimulate the ovaries are used in the treatment to ensure ovulation. More common in obese women
This disease is caused by excess male hormone secretion from the ovaries and adrenal glands. In these
patients, the ovaries enlarge and cysts form, irregular bleeding, hair growth and infertility
may occur. Birth control pills are used in the treatment.
Symptoms of ovarian cysts
Ovarian cysts may cause groin pain, menstrual irregularities and painful conditions. causes menstrual bleeding. The diagnosis of ovarian
cysts is made by genital examination and ultrasonographic examination. In the case of
cyst torsion, the cyst or ovary rotates and this is usually accompanied by the tube. This condition, in which severe pain, nausea and
vomiting occurs, can be confused with appendicitis. Diagnosis and treatment of cyst torsion is performed by laparoscopy
(bloodless surgery).
Treatment of ovarian cysts. Cysts smaller than 5 cm in diameter usually disappear spontaneously within 1-3 months.
Birth is performed to ensure that these cysts shrink. control pills can be used. Cysts that do not disappear
are removed by surgery. Cysts that occur after menopause should be evaluated more carefully.
Treatment of ovarian cysts with injections
Many
women become afraid and worried when it comes to surgical treatment of ovarian cysts that do not respond to drug treatment. In women who have not given birth, surgery may cause intra-abdominal adhesions and subsequent reproductive health problems. Considering that surgery can cause labor loss, physical stress and sometimes permanent damage, the most practical solution is to evacuate the ovarian cyst with a needle. An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac. Emptying the contents of the cyst with a needle under ultrasound guidance is a procedure that takes a few minutes. This procedure is painless, does not leave scars, does not cause adhesions, has no negative effects on health, and does not require hospital stay or anesthesia. Supporting the cyst with medication after draining it with a needle
increases the success of the treatment.
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