Question 1

i have been having massive abdominal pains, the first doctor suspected kidney stones and the second doctor suspected endemotrisis and crystals on my ovaries. what would you suggest i do to ensure that i find out what is exactly wrong?

Accepted Answer

The next step: would probably be imaging studies, for example pelvic and kidney ultrasounds to evaluate for the possibilities you mentioned.

Question 2

i am having pain in my ovary what could it be?

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Pain: Lots of possible things.  Need more info to determine likely cause.  It could be ovulation pain, a cyst, pregnancy, tubal infection, bowel pain or even a kidney stone.

Question 3

cts on ovaries?

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What is U question ?: Most cysts r harmless , but some can cause complication , pain , blood and can rupture.

Question 4

where are the ovaries?

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Lower abdomen: The ovaries are located in the lower abdomen on the right and left sides (just lateral to the uterus).

Question 5

what is a cyst on ovary?

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Ovary is CysticOrgan: Each egg which develops is surrounded by a sphere of follicular cells which support the egg cell ; secrete fluid inward resulting in cysts, typically no symptoms; occasionally cysts become very large (no egg release; ∴ infertile). Sometimes one, or several follicles will become much larger than usual ; easier to see on ultrasound. In metabolic syndrome ; diabetes cysts ; infertility ↑↑;  ∴ ↓carb.

Question 6

what are ovaries made of?

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Follicles and stroma: The ovaries contain eggs or oocytes, which develop inside spherical structures called follicles. Most follicles are found in the outer part of the ovary. The follicles contain only thin layers of cells at first, but later on they become fluid-filled. With regular periods 1-2 follicles release an egg each month. Around the follicles is ovarian stroma, which contains some hormone-producing cells.

Question 7

what is a fibrocystic ovary?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: Fibrocystic usually refers to a breast syndrome that is normal in up to 50% of women. Polycystic ovary is a syndrome that affects approximately 15% of women and involves hormone changes, menstrual irregularities, increased risk of infertility and insulin resistance.

Question 8

what can cause small ovaries?

Accepted Answer

Aging : Aging or premature menopause can cause small ovaries or sometimes you are borne like that

Question 9

why would my right ovary hurt?

Accepted Answer

You may have a cyst: Or other problems or it may not be your ovary see your gyn for a pelvic ultrasound, and make sure you are not pregnant.

Question 10

how serious is a twisted ovary?

Accepted Answer

Painful: A twisted or "torsed" ovary is usually very painful and if not surgically repaired, may lead to surgical removal if not salvageable (lack of blood flow leading to necrosis). Usually this happens if the ovary is enlarged either from fertility meds or benign tumors. If the ovary is larger than 7 cm, you may be at risk.  This is usually part of your yearly exam so make sure you get screened for this.

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I have been having massive abdominal pains, the first doctor suspected kidney stones and the second doctor suspected endemotrisis and crystals on my ovaries. what would you suggest i do to ensure that i find out what is exactly wrong?

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I am having pain in my ovary what could it be?

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Cts on ovaries?

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