Are ovarian cysts serious? What are the symptoms?

Are ovarian cysts serious? What are the symptoms?

1. Ovarian cyst refers to the formation of cystic tumors in the ovaries, which can be divided into two categories: tumor and non-tumor. The most common ovarian cysts in women of childbearing age are functional ovarian cysts, which are caused by excessive physiological reactions of the ovaries themselves or drug stimulation. Patients with ovarian cysts generally do not have any symptoms, and a few may have menstrual disorders, which are often discovered accidentally during medical examinations for other reasons.

2. Ovarian cyst is a general term for ovarian cystic masses. The severity of its harm to the body and its treatment depend on its nature. Women over 30 years old should have a physical examination once a year, including a gynecological examination, even if they do not feel any discomfort. If an ovarian cyst is found, further examination should be conducted to determine whether it is a functional cyst or a tumor cyst, so that different treatment methods can be adopted.

3. The main symptoms of ovarian cysts are lower abdominal pain, lower abdominal discomfort, increased vaginal discharge, yellow vaginal discharge, odor, irregular menstruation, and usually a firm and painless swelling in the lower abdomen. Sometimes sexual intercourse may be painful. When the cyst affects hormone production, symptoms such as irregular vaginal bleeding or increased hair growth may occur. If the cyst is twisted, there will be severe abdominal pain, dyspnea, decreased appetite, nausea and fever.