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What type of cysts form in response to the body's changes during the menstrual cycle?
What type of cysts form in response to the body's changes during the menstrual cycle?
- Endometriomas
- Cystadenomas
- Functional cysts (correct)
- Dermoid cysts
Which complication is associated with an ovarian cyst twisting or bursting?
Which complication is associated with an ovarian cyst twisting or bursting?
- Fibroid growth
- Serious symptoms (correct)
- Amenorrhea
- Weight gain
How are most ovarian cysts discovered?
How are most ovarian cysts discovered?
- Routine pelvic exam or imaging procedure (correct)
- By patient self-examination
- Blood tests
- Genetic screening
What is the most common nature of ovarian cysts?
What is the most common nature of ovarian cysts?
In what scenario are you most likely to know that you have an ovarian cyst?
In what scenario are you most likely to know that you have an ovarian cyst?
Which of the following is NOT true about ovarian cysts?
Which of the following is NOT true about ovarian cysts?
Which statement correctly describes functional ovarian cysts?
Which statement correctly describes functional ovarian cysts?
How are most ovarian cysts discovered?
How are most ovarian cysts discovered?
What potential complication can occur if an ovarian cyst becomes twisted or ruptures?
What potential complication can occur if an ovarian cyst becomes twisted or ruptures?
Which type of ovarian cyst releases an egg each month?
Which type of ovarian cyst releases an egg each month?
Study Notes
Ovarian Cysts
- Ovarian cysts can affect one or both ovaries simultaneously.
- An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops on an ovary.
- Ovarian cysts are very common and usually do not cause any symptoms.
- Most ovarian cysts occur naturally and resolve on their own within a few months without treatment.
- Most ovarian cysts are painless and harmless (benign).
Detection and Complications
- Ovarian cysts are often discovered during a routine pelvic exam or imaging procedure.
- Sometimes, ovarian cysts can become twisted or rupture, leading to serious symptoms.
Types of Ovarian Cysts
- Functional cysts are the most common type and form in response to the body's changes during the menstrual cycle.
- Follicular cysts are a type of functional cyst that develops from a small sac in the ovary called a follicle, which releases an egg each month.
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Learn about ovarian cysts, their symptoms, detection, and complications. Understand the causes and effects of these fluid-filled sacs on the ovaries.
