Question 1

how common are ovarian cysts in women over 60?

Accepted Answer

Very rare: Most women at age 60 are now post menopausal and not ovulating any longer which is the primary cause of functional ovarian cysts. An ovarian "cyst" at this age is a concern as malignancies are more common.

Question 2

young woman suffering ovarian cysts since age 13, no diagnosis as yet. some cysts last as long as 9m.o and grow. any help?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound: Need an ultrasound to ascertain size and number of cysts.  A diagnosis of ovarian cysts can also help in obesity treatment as well.

Question 3

im female, 18 yrs old and a virgin. i have an ovarian cyst and doctors can't determine what kind of cyst is it. is laparoscopy safe? im too young.

Accepted Answer

Yes safe: Laparoscopy is a very safe procedure , will go home on the same day after the procedure , relatively painless, no incision scar,  done even in children if indicated , speak to your doctor.

Question 4

can women die from ovarian cyst?

Accepted Answer

Yes, unlikely: A cyst that has contents that will cause severe inflammation (peritonitis), a cyst that twists, cuts off its blood supply and causes gangrene, and a cyst that ruptures and causes interrnal hemorrhage could possibly cause death.  All are not likely scenarios.  Most ovarian cysts resolve without any treatment.  Oftentimes, they not even known by the woman to be present before they resolve.

Question 5

what are common symptoms of ovarian cysts?

Accepted Answer

Often none: Many ovarian cysts are silent, producing no symptoms. Some patient experience pain in the pelvic, low abdominal areas or in the low back.Area of the spine/pelvis.

Question 6

what is the cause of ovarian cysts in women?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: Go to http://www.Emedicinehealth.Com/ovarian_cysts/article_em.Htm

there you will find all the answers you seek (that are possible to answer).

Most important is you see your gyn if you feel you have these symptoms.

Question 7

when are women most likely to have ovarian cyst?

Accepted Answer

Mid cycle: A cyst can occur at any time and there are many types of cysts, but the moist common one comes form ovulation and that happens at mid cycle. If you want to prevent that the best way is to get on birth control pills unless you have a contraindication.

Question 8

when are women most likely to have ovarian cysts?

Accepted Answer

When ovulating: When women are of childbearing age, the ovaries produce follicles with eggs in them. The egg is released and then can be fertilized. Sometimes the follicle does not release the egg and this can turn in to an ovarian cyst. This can occur in any woman of childbearing age.

Question 9

i have had a 7 cm ovarian cyst for 3 years,  is this common?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not all ovarian cysts are cancerous. You cyst is quite large &amp; I assume that your gynecologist is following it &amp; has made a judgement to just keep an eye on it if it has not changed.

Question 10

do most woman have ovarian cysts at some time in there life?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The simple answer is yes. The more complex answer is that the significance of cysts varies widely based their size, structure, timing with regard to period and to menopause, etc. I will share this with subspecialists in reproductive endo and onc for additional input.

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