Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop on the ovaries, the female reproductive organs that produce eggs. Women can develop ovarian cysts as a normal part of their menstrual cycle as the ovaries prepare eggs to release into the fallopian tubes. While many of these cysts are completely benign (not harmful to health), some ovarian cysts can be malignant, meaning they pose a danger to health.Maintaining good... Read more >
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Because ovarian cysts can be caused by a variety of factors, the types of ovarian cysts you can develop also vary. Although the term "ovarian cyst" may seem intimidating, these cysts are actually quite common in women, especially during menstruation. During a woman’s menstrual cycle, it’s common for her to develop small, fluid or egg filled cysts in and around the ovaries. As her cycle progresses, these sacs... Read more >
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the leading causes of infertility in women, and affects between 5 percent and 10 percent of the entire female population in the United States. The condition is characterized by obesity, missed or irregular periods and excess hair growth, but can affect women in many other ways as well. Symptoms are often not attributed to PCOS, so getting an accurate... Read more >
Because some ovarian cysts are harmless while others pose an imminent threat to your health, treatments for ovarian cysts vary dramatically, depending on your individual circumstance. In most cases, ovarian cysts are functional cysts that develop at the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle and clear up on their own once eggs in the cyst have been released into the fallopian tubes. However, in cases in which the... Read more >
The ovulation cycle begins when a mature egg is released by a woman’s ovary. The egg travels down the fallopian tube and it is able to be fertilized. If fertilization does not occur, the lining of the woman’s uterus will shed, along with blood and the unfertilized egg. This occurs monthly and is called menstruation. This cycle repeats approximately every 28 days, but different women have different... Read more >
An ovarian cyst is a collection of fluid within the ovary that is surrounded by a thin wall. Many types of ovarian cysts exist, and many do not exhibit any symptoms. Ovarian cysts can be small or large in size but usually range from pea-sized to grapefruit-sized. Most ovarian cysts, about 95 percent, are harmless and benign. They can occur in women of any age but most often affect women who are in their... Read more >
Because polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the leading cause of infertility in women, those who experience any symptoms of this condition should consult a physician to get a proper diagnosis and begin treatment immediately. Keep in mind that PCOS and the presence of polycystic ovaries (enlarged ovaries that have a number of small cysts present on the ovarian follicles) are not necessarily mutually... Read more >
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Symptoms As the leading cause of infertility in women, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a serious hormonal disorder that affects about one in every 10 women. Although researchers are still exploring the exact causes of PCOS, they have linked the presence of this condition to insulin resistance (the body's lack of reaction to normal levels on insulin). What is PCOS? According to the... Read more >
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