Ovarian cysts
Alternative Names
Physiologic ovarian cysts; Functional ovarian cystsSymptoms
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.
Exams and Tests
- CT scan
- Doppler flow studies
- MRI
- Pelvic exam
- Ultrasound
The doctor may order the following blood tests:
- Hormone levels (such as LH, FSH, estradiol, and testosterone)
- Serum HCG (pregnancy test)
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