How harmful is a ruptured ovarian cyst?
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I mean, if you are experiencing any kind of pain, you should get it checked out. But I've had one rupture before and the doctor was like this is good, it's gone so don't sweat it. It's when they remain that you have a problem, because they then have to be surgically removed! Any invasive procedure (surgery) on your ovaries is not good, if you wanna have babies!
177276
I had the same thing happen to me several years ago.  I had ovarian cysts that had to be removed surgically.
81923
If you're referring to Ovarian Cysts, no. They can grow to the size of grapefruits. I know, I had multiple cysts, and my Dr. told me that they can turn cancerous. By the time a woman notices that they have Ovarian Cancer, it's usually too late. Please see a doctor. I think, that they can remove them.
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There's no need to be embarassed.  You got during unprotected sex from a partner who didn't know they were carrying the disease.  \nMales can be asymptomatic carriers and give it to everyone with whom they have sex.  Yes, you could have experienced permanent damage already.  The recommendations of a doctor visit for a hysterosalpingogram (x-ray with dye) or hysteroscopy, should you eventually suffer infertility, are warranted.  Unless you are trying to get pregnant now, don't worry about it now.  The damage done now will still be there later.  Tubes don't "unscar" themselves.  Tell all your partners that you have been infected so they can be treated also.  And for goodness sake, don't have unprotected sex unless you both have been tested and are negative for STDs.
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Ovarian cysts are caused by hormonal changes in the body and genetics. They're very painful. There are new birth control pills that help to suppress ovarian cysts. Ask your OB/GYN about them. I take them and they are no different than the regular pill as far as side effects etc. It's just that they stop you from having to go through that awful pain. Good luck!
722161
Well it depends what kind of cysts she has. There are some that are just cyclical..meaning, they grow and burst each month. Those are considered "normal". If she has one that continues to remain large, it will most likely need to be removed surgically. Often a woman can lose that ovary. You should try to find out what kind she has for more information.\n\nSide effects..the cylical ones hurt when they burst.
860573
To me I think that it is a pretty normal sono.  Except that you might have 2 follicles (little cyst) on the right ovary.  They are almost likely to go away all by them selves.  The c-section scar area has some fluid in it.  This could potentially be an infection if it was a recent c-sect.  Which if it is, then they will call you and put you on an antibiotic.  If it is not then, it will not need anything to be done if it is a small amount of fluid.  If it is a little more fluid than they like or if your having pain they it might be necessary for the fluid to be drained.  \nCall your nurse and ask if it was normal or if you need further testing done.
819901
ABSOLUTELY...ask your OB...opinion of laymen on this is not safe!
820251
It is possible to have another child if the doctor thinks it is wise.\n\nI have worked in a clinic for women.  A lot of women have fibroids usually they give you heavier periods and rarely become cancerous.  \n\nI had an ovarian cyst myself but it disappeared after my son was born.   Sometimes they do that but a lot of times they require surgery.\n\nHere are some links\n\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/uterinefibroids.html\nhttp://www.4woman.gov/faq/ovarian_cysts.htm\n\nhttp://www.gynalternatives.com/fibroids.htm
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Many women have cysts on their ovaries and never even know it.  Most of the time the cysts re-absorb back into the body but sometimes a cyst can become large and cause abdominal pain.  Usually if you give it time the cyst will resolve itself but in some cases it can grow larger and become an aggravating problem with continuing pain.\n\nYour Doctor will probably order an ultrasound to determine the location and size of the cyst and if there is any danger involved.\n\nAfter those results come back to him, he will recommend the proper treatment.\n\nMost of the time worst case scenario would be for them to do a Laproscopic procedure to remove the cyst if it is problematic or in my case if a cyst bursts inside your ovary, they would have to remove the entire ovary also a very minor surgical procedure.\n\nTry not to worry about it too much until you get more information from your Doctor.  What happened to me is extremely rare.\n\nGood luck and God Bless!
809337
Fibroids and ovarian cysts can make it more difficult to become pregnant, and can cause miscarraige  If there was a prenancy at the time of the ultra sound ,it would have been seen. I presume you have an app't with your OB soon to discuss these results.  He/she is your best soucre of information since every case is different.  I have listed 2 web addresses below for good articles to read.   Wish you well.
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You definately need to get checked out by a doctor.  Like the girl above, I had problems with a cyst on my ovary.  I'd thought I was preg. but the doctors said the tests were negative.  I ended up having to have surgery and I lost an ovary over the whole ordeal.  I'm not trying to scare you, just seriously encourage you to get a second opinion.\n\nThere are free clinics in many areas, but if not, you still need to see a doctor.  Many clinics offer payment plans if the bills get too high for you to pay and some even offer debt forgiveness if you have a very low income.  Do some quick shopping around over the phone. (Ask them what sort of help they have available to individuals with low incomes)  If all else fails, go to the doctor anyway.\n\nEven if you think you can't afford it, your health is far more important than your credit or a doctors bill.  If you end up with a bill you don't think you can pay, try to work with the provider before it goes to collection.  Send them whatever payment you can afford and they might not send the bill to collections.\n\nDefinately think of your health first.  There could be serious problems and it's not worth risking your health.\n\nBest wishes and good luck.
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Hi again.  That does change things a bit, doesn't it?  A complex ovarian cyst needs to be evaluated further.  A small percentage of these can be cancerous.\n\n"Sometimes cysts are complex, either containing partly fluid elements and partly solid elements or having septations (walls) within a fluid-filled cyst. In general, complex cysts are evaluated further, as some complex cysts may be cancerous. Depending on exactly how the cyst looks on ultrasound, your doctor may recommend blood work, a CT or MRI scan to get a better look at the cyst, or even surgery to remove the cyst. Many times a complex cyst can be evaluated via laparoscopy, but sometimes a large abdominal incision is required."  http://health.ivillage.com/gyno/cysts/0,,4ltl,00.html\n\n"With a complex one they would remove it and evaluate it for ovarian cancer."  http://www.baymoon.com/~gyncancer/library/blqa32septcyst.htm \nIf it was my body, since the cyst is not a simple cyst, I would have it removed.  If it were truly a simple cyst, with NO malignant characteristics on ultrasound, I would leave it and see if it remedied itself.  But, it sounds like there are no guarantees that this mass is benign.  So, in my opinion, it does not matter if it ruptures or not.  A cancer is a cancer, and I would not like to have that uncertainty in my body.
889709
Some birth control pills have hormones in them that will help shrink the ovarian cyst so I wouldnt advise you to stop taking them without consulting your OB/GYN first. The labial cyst may go away on its own, sometimes if they become painful, they may have to be drained. I would keep an eye on it and hands off of it, if it becomes painful or gets bigger see your doctor.
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You should see your doctor about this. A normal period is every 28 days with 5-7 days of bleeding. The bad cramps could be a symptom of a potentially serious problem. For example, ten years ago I had severe cramps that weren't helped by OTC meds. An ultrasound revealed a 5cm cyst on a 4cm ovary. Fortunantly birth control was prescribed and the cyst was gone in a month. If it had ruptured, the Dr said it would have required immediate surgery, possibly a hysterectomy. I am not regular (every 28 days) either but that can also be controlled with meds. Definately call your doctor and make an appointment soon. Good luck.
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Talk about ick!\n\nYou are referring to a dermoid cyst of the ovary or a dermoid. That word sends shivers down my spine. They are pretty common and account for about a third of all ovarian cysts. My wife had an ovarian cyst that demonstrated some of the characteristics. She nearly fainted when the doctor told her and for about two weeks it was all I heard her talk about. Fortunately, the doctor figured out that it was just a plain ol' cyst. Maybe we should sue for the lack of sleep we endured?!\n\nHere's some more info:\n\nDermoid cyst of the ovary, or Dermoid...\n\nA bizarre tumor, usually benign, in the ovary that typically contains a diversity of tissues including hair, teeth, bone, thyroid, etc.\n\nA dermoid cyst develops from a totipotential germ cell (a primary oocyte) that is retained within the egg sac (ovary). Being totipotential, that cell can give rise to all orders of cells necessary to form mature tissues and often recognizable structures such as hair, bone and sebaceous (oily) material, neural tissue and teeth.\n\nDermoid cysts may occur at any age but the prime age of detection is in the childbearing years. The average age is 30. Up to 15% of women with ovarian teratomas have them in both ovaries. Dermoid cysts can range in size from a centimeter (less than a half inch) up to 45 cm (about 17 inches) in diameter.\n\nThese cysts can cause the ovary to twist (torsion) and imperil its blood supply. The larger the dermoid cyst, the greater the risk of rupture with spillage of the greasy contents which can create problems with adhesions, pain etc. Although the large majority (about 98%) of these tumors are benign, the remaining fraction (about 2%) becomes cancerous (malignant).\n\nIt turns out that dermoid cysts are a form of Teratoma.\n\n--\nsf
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It can be a lot of things ranging from simply ovulating to things more severe like endometriosis(cyst on the ovaries) or other illness.  It would be best to see a doctor to determine what.