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Overian Cysts: A Cause to Worry?

You've got pain in your pelvis and your doctor has determined-after an ultrasound-that you have ovarian cysts. What exactly does that mean? Does it affect a future pregnancy?

What Are Ovarian Cysts?

Ovaries are two female organs found on both sides of the uterus. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that are found near or around ovaries. There are basically three types of ovarian cysts:

• Functional Cyst-These are the most common type of cysts. They normally develop during ovulation;
• Follicular Cyst-this is where the egg-producing follicle of the ovary increases in size and fills with fluid;
• Corpus Luteum Cyst-After ovulation, these cysts are formed. If pregnancy fails to occur, these cysts are supposed to disintegrate. However, on occasion they can remain on the surface on the ovary and fill with fluid.

Why Do Ovarian Cysts Occur?

As mentioned above, ovarian cysts usually develop during ovulation. Most cysts disintegrate after a few months. If no ovulation takes place, cysts should not develop.

What Are The Symptoms Of Ovarian Cysts?

Most of the time, ovarian cysts do not cause symptoms. If they do, they may include: