How do i know if i have ovarian cyst ?
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First off, a Pap Smear is very important, but it will not find an ovarian cyst or cancer.  A Pap detects cervical cancer and STDs which are seen due to changes in the cervix:\n\nThe Pap smear is not intended to detect other forms of cancer such as those of the ovary, vagina, or uterus.  http://www.medicinenet.com/pap_smear/article.htm\n\nThese are the symptoms of an ovarian cyst, and when you should call a doctor:\nMany women have ovarian cysts without having any symptoms. Sometimes, though, a cyst will cause these problems:\n\npressure, fullness, or pain in the abdomen \ndull ache in the lower back and thighs \nproblems passing urine completely \npain during sexual intercourse \nweight gain \npainful menstrual periods and abnormal bleeding \nnausea or vomiting \nbreast tenderness \nIf you have these symptoms, get help right away: \n\npain with fever and vomiting \nsudden, severe abdominal pain \nfaintness, dizziness, or weakness \nrapid breathing  http://www.4woman.gov/faq/ovarian_cysts.htm\n\nOvarian cysts can usually be seen with a pelvic ultrasound.  \n"The diagnosis of an ovarian cyst is usually conformed (or made) by ultrasound, the best imaging technique for ovarian cysts."  http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=8432
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Ouchie hon..sorry you feel so lousy! I have had almost all of the symptoms of PCOS but my doctor never diagnosed it. I do what you are going through though. I don't go a day without plucking, shaving etc....I have had some tremendous abdominal pains. I have even had surgery twice to remove tumors. The first time I had tumors the size of large grapefruits and, the second time(yes, they grew back. And only 2 years apart) they were the size of softballs. Here it is 4 years later and I need it again.\n\nThe dark blood could mean you may have endometriosis in addition to the cysts. Endo is also known as having 'chocolate cysts'. These may have been bursting, or your ovarian cysts have been bursting. Hence all the pain and bleeding you have endured.\n\nWrite down any questions you may have and bring them with you to the doctor. Have a friend with you for moral support as well. It never helps to go through this alone. Hope you feel better soon hon..this is a toughie but, you'll get through it. Keep us posted!
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All lumps MUST be immediately checked up. Its good that you are going to a doc. It can be a benign cyst. Dont worry too much. Wait for the prognosis. And best of luck !
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Do you have ovarian cysts?  That would be pain in the lower abdomen just below your hips.  Perhaps it's a bladder infection?  You shoud definitely consult with a doctor, probably a gynecologist.
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Ovarian cysts form for numerous reasons. The most common type is a follicular cyst, which results from the growth of a follicle. A follicle is the normal fluid-filled sac that contains an egg. Follicular cysts form when the follicle grows larger than normal during the menstrual cycle and does not open to release the egg. Usually, follicular cysts resolve on their own over the course of days to months. Cysts can contain blood (hemorrhagic or endometrioid cysts) from injury or leakage of tiny blood vessels into the egg sac. If a woman is in her 40's, or younger, and has regular menstrual periods, most ovarian masses are "functioning ovarian cysts," which are not really abnormal. They are related to the process of ovulation that happens with the menstrual cycle. They usually disappear on their own during a future menstrual cycle. Therefore, especially in women in their 20's and 30's, these cysts are watched for a few menstrual cycles to verify that they disappear. Because oral contraceptives work in part by preventing ovulation, physicians will not really expect women who are taking oral contraceptives to have common "functioning ovarian cysts." Thus, women who develop ovarian cysts while taking oral contraceptives may be advised against simple observation; rather, they may receive closer monitoring with pelvic ultrasound or, less commonly, surgical exploration of the ovary. Functional ovarian cysts cannot be prevented if you are ovulating. Anything that makes ovulation less frequent reduces your chance of developing an ovarian cyst. Birth control pills, pregnancy, and breast-feeding in the first 6 months following birth prevent ovulation. Ovulation ceases when menopause is complete. Women who use high-dose birth control pills have a modestly decreased risk of developing functional ovarian cysts; low-dose birth control pills seem to have a less preventive effect.
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I can speak from personal experience regarding ovarian cysts. The fact that both times she had pain from the cysts neither of the doctors gave her a vaginal exam. However, CTs and ultrasounds work just as well. She would really benefit from seeing an OB/GYN.  Especially if she's not having regular periods and if she is getting more of these pains. It could indicate Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome.  It's basically many cysts on the ovaries and occasionally they can become inflamed or irritated. There are many treatments for the illness one of which is birth control. Check out this web page for more info. http://www.pcosupport.org/\n\nHope this helps.
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Sometimes ovarian cysts or polyps in the vagina can cause intense pain during intercourse. If this is more than just tightness you may want to consult a doctor. I don't mean to scare you!
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You likely have an ovarian cyst.... that is the main cause of irregular periods and pain in hte lower abdomen. \nCysts are a normal occurence at every ovulation, but sometimes a cyst can get blocked up, and close over. The cyst goes from functional (which is the normal monthly one) to something else. There are several types; Hemmhoragic, which bleed into itself and cause pain, Dermoid, which actually begin to grow things like teeth and hair, and Endometrial cysts (or chocolate cysts), that are cysts of endometrial tissue. If an endometrial cyst ruptures, then you have endometrial tissue in the abdominal cavity, where it can create adhesions. \nCysts are watched by ultrasound, and determined if they need to be removed usually if they last longer than two months. \nCysts are removed either laproscopically, which has three small incisions (one for a little camera and two for little tools that remove and drain the cyst), or laparotomy, which has a much larger "bikini-cut" incision. A Laparotomy is usually used to remove large cysts that cannot be removed through the small incisions, or if a cyst is determined to need a biopsy.
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Most functional ovarian cysts are harmless, do not cause symptoms, and go away without treatment. However, they can cause symptoms such as: \n\nLower abdominal pain or ache, typically in the middle of your menstrual cycle. \nMenstrual period delay. \nWeight gain. \nUnexpected vaginal bleeding. \nSome functional ovarian cysts can twist or rupture and bleed. Symptoms include: \n\nSudden severe pain, often with nausea and vomiting (possible sign of a twisted cyst). \nPain immediately after intercourse (possible sign of a ruptured cyst). \nIf you have symptoms that suggest a twisted or ruptured ovarian cyst, call your health professional immediately. Some ruptured cysts bleed enough that treatment is necessary to prevent heavy blood loss.
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check with your Dr.  I have had a problem similiar  to this and it was ovarian cysts.... when you ovulate a cyst is formed around the egg and then it bursts sending the egg towards the fallopian tube for fertilization.  In some people the cyst can be larger and take longer to burst causing some discomfort  to extreme pain.  If it gets to the extreme pain point (like mine did) you may be looking at having surgery to remove the cyst or to be put on birth control pills to control the cysts... going to the Dr. will be the best thing to do as it could be something completely different, they went to school for at least 8-12yrs, they should know better than us right?? :)
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A certain amount of free fluid in the pelvis, behind the uterus, is normal at certain points in your cycle; after ovulation, a small amount of fluid released with the egg collects behind the uterus and is eventually reabsorbed by the body. A larger amount of fluid may indicate a ruptured ovarian cyst. Pain is usually present in this instance, but most often resolves on its own within a few days. Infection is another possibility, but in this case symptoms such as pain and fever are often significant.
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They can rupture causing extreme pain and sometimes bleeding that may require surgery to control. If you have numerous cysts that rupture it can lead to scarring of the ovaries and possibly infertility.  Many women have cysts at some point that rupture they have some pain but associate it with pulled muscles or bad cramps.  Persistent pain or chronic cysts may indicate other medical issues that need to be treated. You need to see your OBGYN and talk with him or her about cysts, treatment options and how they can affect your fertility. Women with multiple cysts should be checked out for poly cystic ovarian syndrome. there is a medication called Metformin that is very useful in treating this disorder and in many cases has restored fertility in some women.
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Didn't they measure the cysts? Circumscribed means that everything is well defined - they could see outlines well. your measurements don't sound that big. 7 mm is large for an endomtrial stripe in a person of your age, but it can also depend on your cycle, birth control. The size of the stripe increases due to those circumstances.  Your ovaries and uterus are not abnormal in size. Ovarian cysts can make one ovary larger than the other. Motrin can relieve the pain from an ovarian cyst. Very seldom does an ovary have to be removed d/t a cyst. Of course, extreme pain in the area of your ovaries would warrant a trip to the ER immediately.
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I am having the same problem. Only I have a small cyst on both ovaries.  I am having an internal ultra sound just to be sure. My doctor said this is quite normal and in most case they burst on their own and go away.  On occasion they do become larger but not in all cases.  This is when they have to be removed or have the ovary removed.  This does not happen in every case.  Just keep up with your doctor's advice and have it checked periodically.
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It could be a couple different things.  It's possible that you may have endometriosis or you may have cysts on your ovaries or uterus.  I have both and it sounds like some similar symptoms when I'm not on b.c.\nEither way, a vist to the gyno is needed.  I would go to a gyno, not your family doctor, a specialist will be more likely to give you an accurate diagnosis.
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Ovarian Cyst Definition\nAn ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops near the surface of the ovary. The ovaries are two small organs on each side of a woman's uterus that produce eggs and female hormones. Mostly an ovarian cyst is small and benign (not cancerous). However, the larger ovarian cyst can cause pain and other problems. A woman can develop one or many ovarian cysts.\n\nOvarian Cyst Causes\nStructures called follicles normally grow in the ovaries each month. They produce hormones and release an egg during ovulation. In some cases, follicles may become cysts. There are two main types: \n\nFunctional cyst – occurs when a normal monthly follicle does not mature properly and the egg is not released. These cysts often go away on their own within one to three menstrual cycles.\nFollicular cyst – can occur after an egg is released. These cysts usually go away on their own in a few weeks.\n\nMost ovarian cysts are functional cysts and only occur during childbearing years. Many other, less common types of benign cysts can also develop from ovarian tissue. For example, women with endometriosis may develop endometriomas. Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue from the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. Endometriomas are cysts that grow from the uterine tissue on an ovary.\n\nPolycystic ovary syndrome is also associated with cysts. Women with this condition have several small cysts in their ovaries.\n\nA very small percentage of women have cysts that are caused by cancer.\n\nOvarian Cyst Risk Factors\nA risk factor is something that increases your chances of getting a disease or condition. The main risk factor for ovarian cyst is being a woman of childbearing age.\n\nOvarian Cyst Symptoms\nMost ovarian cysts do not cause symptoms. When they do, pelvic pain and irregular menstrual bleeding are the two most common symptoms. Pain is usually caused by: \n\nDirect pressure from the cysts on the ovaries and surrounding structures. This causes chronic pelvic fullness or a dull ache.\nBleeding from a cyst into and around the ovary. This causes more intense, sharp pain.\n\nPain may come and go on a regular basis. Or, it may become more noticeable just before or after a period or during intercourse.\n\nOther symptoms may include: \n\nUrinary discomfort associated with bladder pressure or irritation\nNausea\nDiarrhea\n\nIn rare cases, an ovarian cyst may become twisted and cut off its own blood supply. This can cause severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and fever. This requires immediate medical attention.\n\nOvarian Cyst Diagnosis\nThe doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a pelvic exam. This includes feeling the ovaries. ovarian cysts are often found during routine pelvic exams when there are no symptoms.\n\nIf a cyst is suspected or found on physical exam, the doctor may recommend a pelvic ultrasound. This is a test that uses sound waves to create images of the ovaries, from which the doctor can determine the type and size of the cyst, and if treatment is needed.\n\nOther tests or procedures may be used if a cyst: \n\nDoes not go away after several menstrual cycles\nGets larger and more painful\nDoes not appear to be a simple functional cyst\n\nOther tests may include: \n\nLaparoscopy – A thin, lighted tube and other small instruments are inserted through several tiny incisions in the abdomen to look at the ovaries directly, drain fluid from a cyst, or take a sample for biopsy.\nBlood test for the protein CA-125 – This test is done when a cyst is suspected of being cancerous. CA-125 is sometimes elevated in the case of ovarian cancer.\n\nOvarian Cyst Treatment\nTreatment depends on your age, menstrual status, the size and type of the cyst, and your symptoms. The main types of treatment are:\n\nWait and See – This approach involves waiting a few months to see if the cyst goes away on its own.\n\nBirth Control Pills – If you have a functional cyst, your doctor may prescribe bi
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You could have endometriosis, or possibly more cysts. Call the doctor, you may need an ultrasound.