Before we even begin on the topic of ovarian cysts it would be helpful to first recognize what an ovary is
. Ovaries are a pair of almond shaped hormone glands. One ovary is found on each side of the uterus. These small hormone producers are responsible for making female reproductive eggs.
The hormones which are responsible for the development of breasts, female curvature, and body hair are all signaled out from the ovaries. The ovaries serve as a command post during pregnancy and the menstrual cycle as well. Ovarian cysts are found inside the ovaries and they are small and sac like in structure. They are filled with liquid fluids, partially firm substances or gases.
Ovarian cysts can occur for a different number of reasons. The most common cyst among women is a cyst that forms from a follicle. A follicle is simply a sac that carries an egg. During the menstrual cycle this sac can expand, and if it does not release the egg that it is carrying a cyst will form.
A cyst can also develop if ordinary tissues in the ovary develop unusually to become tissues that do not belong in the ovaries such as hair and teeth tissues. Cysts can form as a response to this mix-up.
Again, there are many different reasons for why a cyst may form, as well as the many different types of cysts. Most of the time cysts are not noticeable and will resolve themselves within the body without a woman feeling a thing. There are other malignant cysts that can occur and these can be painful. Symptoms common to ovarian cysts include constant pain in the stomach and pelvis.
If you are feeling pain it could mean a number of things. It could mean that the cyst has ruptured; it is growing quickly and getting bigger, or blood is entering the cyst.
If you are feeling these symptoms and are worried about ovarian cysts you should contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor will be able to diagnose your symptoms through various methods and find the applicable treatment for you.