Follicular cyst of the right ovary

A huge number of women face the problem of cystic formations, but not everyone knows that such a diagnosis is not always an indication for the beginning of treatment. If such formations appear on the right or left ovary, then it is necessary to determine whether it is functional (natural, associated with the cyclic work of this organ, and therefore not requiring treatment) or non-functional (pathological, requiring treatment). Neoplasms are found more often in the right organ, as it is more active in its activities, and therefore more vulnerable.

Symptoms of the follicular ovarian cyst

This disease, as a rule, does not manifest itself in any way, if the size of the lesion does not exceed 3 centimeters. The signs of a follicular ovarian cyst that can appear when the size is exceeded are as follows:

• pain in the lower abdomen, a feeling of heaviness;
• violation of the menstrual cycle;
• pain after physical exertion or sexual contact;
• painful urination;
• an increase in body temperature to 37.2 ° C (with uncomplicated process) or a dramatic increase in temperature (in the case of a complicated process);
• periodic atypical spotting;
• weakness, dizziness;
• tension of the abdominal muscles;
• abdominal enlargement for definite reasons and / or its asymmetry;
• tachycardia, drop in blood pressure;
• constipation.

The causes of follicular ovarian cyst

The causes of this disease are different and not completely investigated. They are hidden in both internal and external effects on the female sexual sphere. Most often, doctors support the hypothesis that the disease is caused by hormonal changes, that is, in the imbalance of luteinizing and follicle-stimulating hormones. Some scientists believe, that cyst formations arise as a consequence of abnormal ovulation. Among other possible reasons are:

• inflammatory processes of the female sexual sphere;
• sexually transmitted diseases;
• abortions;
• hypothyroidism (disruption of the thyroid gland);
• violation of the menstrual cycle;
• metabolic disorders (excess or underweight).

Treatment of the follicular cyst of the right ovary

How to cure a follicular ovarian cyst should be determined by a doctor. Usually, conservative treatment is prescribed in the framework of expectant management, but with increasing neoplasm it is surgically removed.