Ovarian cysts
Alternate Names : Physiologic ovarian cysts, Functional ovarian cysts
Symptoms & Signs
An ovarian cyst can cause pain if it: - Bleeds
- Breaks open
- Is twisted or causes twisting (torsion) of the fallopian tube
- Pushes on nearby structures
Symptoms of ovarian cysts can include: - Abnormal uterine bleeding (change from normal menstrual pattern)
- Absent menstruation
- Irregular menstruation
- Longer than usual menstrual cycle
- Shorter than usual menstrual cycle
- Bloating or swelling in the abdomen
- Pain during bowel movements
- Pain in the pelvis shortly after beginning or ending a menstrual period
- Pain with intercourse or pelvic pain during movement
- Pelvic pain -- constant, dull aching
Note: Often there are no symptoms.
Diagnosis & Tests
The doctor may order the following blood tests:
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