Ovarian Cyst Treatment in Dubai
What are ovarian cysts?
Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled structures that grow on the ovaries, women’s egg-producing reproductive organs. They may cause symptoms, impact reproductive health, or require consultation with an ovarian cysts doctor. Typically, most ovarian cysts are harmless; however, some may cause pain, interfere with reproduction, or produce ovarian cyst symptoms and may require medical treatment. These cysts can come in different sizes and may be benign or cancerous. At Healia Medical Centre, our experts make a thorough diagnosis to find out all the details of the cyst, including whether it is cancerous or has the potential to turn cancerous, while also providing specialized ovarian cyst treatment options.
What are the symptoms of ovarian cysts?
Small cysts may not cause any symptoms and can remain unnoticed. However, larger cysts can cause the following:
- A sense of fullness or bloating in the lower abdomen, often more noticeable on one side.
- Pain in the pelvic area or a dull ache in the lower back.
- Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
- Painful menstrual periods
What leads to the formation of ovarian cysts?
Ovulation is the main cause of ovarian cysts. Other factors that can lead to the development of ovarian cysts include:
Abnormal cell growth: A typical cell growth can lead to the development of cysts such as dermoid and cystadenomas.
Endometriosis: Cysts may appear on the ovaries during the advanced stages of endometriosis.
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID): Serious pelvic infections can spread to the ovaries and result in cysts.
Note: The above conditions may cause ovarian cysts; however, it is not necessary for a person suffering from the above conditions to have ovarian cysts.
A thorough diagnosis also determines types of ovarian cysts that play a crucial role in cyst treatment.
Types of ovarian cysts
- Follicular cysts – A fluid-filled sac forms when the follicle doesn’t release an egg during the ovulation cycle.
- Corpus luteum cysts – Fluid accumulates in the corpus luteum after it releases an egg, causing it to form a cyst
- Dermoid cysts – Cysts that contain tissue from various parts of the body, such as skin, hair, teeth, and brain tissue.
- Endometriomas – Cysts filled with endometrial tissue, the same tissue shed during menstruation.
- Ovarian cancer cysts – Solid masses of cancer cells that form cysts (tumours) on the ovary.
- Functional cysts – Non-menstrual cysts that don’t always indicate disease but may require monitoring.
- Cystadenomas – Cysts that form on the surface of the ovary and contain either watery or mucous-like fluid.
Are ovarian cysts serious?
Generally, ovarian cysts are not a cause for serious concern, as most are benign. However, certain types of cysts carry a higher risk of becoming cancerous or causing complications, though this is rare. Less than 1% of ovarian cysts are malignant. Your healthcare provider can monitor any cysts that appear concerning to minimize the risk of complications.
Ovarian cysts: How are they diagnosed?
Typically, a pelvic ultrasound or imaging test is done to diagnose ovarian cyst, their size, and features.
If there are multiple cysts, the size is big, or the patient has a family history of ovarian cancer, the following tests are needed further.
- Your doctor may recommend a Cancer Antigen 125 (CA 125) test if the cysts appears solid and you’re at high risk for ovarian cancer or conditions like endometriosis and pelvic inflammatory disease.
- laparoscopy to visualize the ovaries
- Tumor marker tests to detect ovarian cancer.
- Pregnancy test- to detect a corpus luteum cyst
- Ovarian cysts doctor – Seeking the expertise of a specialist for accurate diagnosis and treatment
Ovarian cyst treatment in Dubai
If you have an ovarian cyst, our expert at Healia Medical Center might recommend a treatment depending on the size, type, and symptoms associated with the cysts.
The treatment options may vary from watchful waiting to surgery.
The cyst subsides independently in some cases, and no treatment is needed. However, if the cyst is large, causing discomfort, or has the potential to become cancerous, surgery may be recommended. At Healia Medical Center, our experts do laparoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive surgery that ensures better results with less recovery downtime.
If pregnancy is not a priority, doctors may recommend birth control pills to stop new cysts from forming or existing ones from growing.
In some cases, non-treatment of ovarian cysts may cause bloating and weight gain, mainly if they secrete hormones. Complications associated with ovarian cysts include cancerous cysts (more common in post-menopausal women). These ruptured cysts may cause severe pain, swelling, and ovarian torsion, which can result in a twisted ovary and potential organ damage.
It’s essential to consult experts and consider the advantages and disadvantages of each treatment option when seeking ovarian cysts treatment in Dubai.
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