Is There a Proof that Ovarian Cysts Can Lead to Infertility?
Ok, you and I have read a lot of things (mostly assumptions) about the existence of a possible link between ovarian cysts and infertility but you are now firmly looking for real information, not just some rehashed uninformative testimonies. I am right, aren't I?
If so, just read on...
I can tell you a couple of important facts that will help you understand where you really stand and what sorts of risks you may have if you suffer from ovarian cysts.
Oh, just one important thing before I carry on. I want you to bear in mind straight away that indeed, ovarian cysts may have some effects on your infertility but will not necessarily cause a woman to suffer permanent infertility.
What I want you to really understand is that there is a huge difference between your fertility being affected and a genuine and irreversible infertility and this leads me to my very first point.
So, how can ovarian cysts affect your fertility?
Well, girls it is very simple! It is all about the ovulation or lack thereof.
Whilst most ovarian cysts can damage your fertility, the real problem lies in the fact that if you develop one or several cysts, they will impact on your normal ovulation process and therefore prevent the eggs that are contained within the closed cyst from being released.
As you may have already guessed, the more profound the ovulation process is impacted, the less chance a normal healthy woman has of getting pregnant.
You must also bear in mind that like any other organ, the female reproductive system is very fragile and the fact that the women suffering from ovarian cysts who don't necessarily experience the usual symptoms may not be aware of what is going on down there. This is a very tricky situation and this is why it is important to visit your gynaecologist for yearly check-ups! I really wish to insist on this particular point.
Ok, let us move onto the second point and clarify the situation a bit.
PCOS is the main culprit...
Amongst the cysts more likely to affect your fertility, we find the unfortunately too famous polycystic ovary syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS.
The first reason why PCOS can reduce the functionality of a woman's reproductive system is that it will affect their cycle profoundly. That's plain common sense, isn't it? As a result, a woman suffering from this particular cyst will most certainly have irregular periods at best, and none in the worse case scenario.
The explanation for this is also simple. Suffering from PCOS means that not one but numerous small cysts will develop inside and possibly all around the ovaries, which also means that the eggs can't mature and will not be released. The condition itself is not dangerous or life-threatening but most certainly battling PCOS is no fun at all.
Besides being the number one culprit as far as threats to your well-being as well as your ability to conceive are concerned, you are also likely to develop all sorts of unpleasant symptoms that can include hair growth, potential gain weight as well as bouts of acne and so on! Just not fun at all!
Another problem with PCOS...
Indeed, the real problem with PCOS is that in most cases women have no symptoms and it is only when trying to conceive that your physician will finally diagnose this form of cyst.
In all circumstances it is always very hard to define which cyst you are developing but in the case of PCOS, it can be harder especially with regards to the potential effects it can have on your ability to get pregnant.
PCOS can be defeated...
If you are still wondering whether something can be done to counteract the effects of PCOS on your ovulation, I'll give you my answer now!
Yes, it can be done and in most case once you have been diagnosed by a physician you will most probably be given medication in a bid to increase your ovulation in order to up your chances of getting pregnant.
The most commonly prescribed drugs remain Clomid along with Serophene and they tend to work pretty effectively. However, this is not the only solution.
Indeed, if this particular treatment doesn't do the trick then your doctor may offer you some hormone treatments. This treatment is often used as a last resort and without getting into too much detail; the procedure includes drilling inside one of your ovaries in order to "damage" some of it. This will then kick off the ovulation again.
What about the infertility link then?
The infertility link cannot be thoroughly and scientifically established as we speak but it has been acknowledged and discussed by the most eminent specialists that cysts can have some negative effects on your ability to have a baby and if the condition remains untreated then of course your fertility chances will plummet at some point.
However, one positive aspect is that even though ovarian cysts may affect your infertility at some point, it very rarely last and is totally reversible unless your condition necessitated some heavy surgery and the removal of both your ovaries.
How you can still save the worst from happening...
Like everything in life, it is better to be safe than sorry. So, I strongly believe that prevention remains your best chance of avoiding the worst, which in this case means not being to conceive.
I have previously discussed prevention in many of my articles and despite the numerous campaigns targeting prevention for all sorts of illnesses, most people don't pay attention and tend to neglect this very important part of their health.
Prevention is the ultimate key in the fight against ovarian cysts and most particularly in the actual formation of the lumps. Preventing them from developing in the first place is of paramount importance.
Indeed, if you start developing them, no matter when, how and if you manage to get rid of them some damage can always be caused to your reproductive system especially in the cases of PCOS as well as recurring ovarian cysts.
A biological system is very fragile and it is already hard enough to try to control everything that goes inside of us but when we are in fact able to avoid certain things then, all the better!
In conclusion...
For those who are concerned that their ovarian cysts may threaten their ability to have babies, it is strongly advised that they visit their gynaecologist for more information and to make sure that everything is under control.
As explained previously, some cysts can indeed be responsible for a lack of ovulation but long-term or irreversible infertility because of ovarian cysts remain pretty rare unless some complications develop.
For those who have already seen their physician and know more about their condition, you should of course carry on with the treatment given to you if this is the case. Some improvement can also be obtained through a better lifestyle and diet and there is plenty of tips and advice that you could use to get some even better results.
Ovarian cysts can be treated successfully as long as you are aware of the type of cyst you suffer from so that you can get laser-targeted treatments instead of general tips that won't do much for you.
Copyright Isabella Miller - All Rights Reserved. Reprints allowed with article and resource box unedited. If you post this article on a website, you must set the links up as hyperlinks.
Copyright Isabella Miller - All Rights Reserved. Reprints allowed with article and resource box unedited. If you post this article on a website, you must set the links up as hyperlinks.
My name is Isabella Miller. If you enjoyed and found this article on Ovarian Cysts Treatment [http://ovariancystinfo.net/] useful then you will love the articles I publish regularly on my website. You may also want to sign in and get my FREE NEWSLETTER as well as many more useful tips on the subject. If you have been suffering from the condition and are not sure what to do next then by all means come and visit and learn more at:[http://ovariancystinfo.net/] for more useful tips and information.
If so, just read on...
I can tell you a couple of important facts that will help you understand where you really stand and what sorts of risks you may have if you suffer from ovarian cysts.
Oh, just one important thing before I carry on. I want you to bear in mind straight away that indeed, ovarian cysts may have some effects on your infertility but will not necessarily cause a woman to suffer permanent infertility.
What I want you to really understand is that there is a huge difference between your fertility being affected and a genuine and irreversible infertility and this leads me to my very first point.
So, how can ovarian cysts affect your fertility?
Well, girls it is very simple! It is all about the ovulation or lack thereof.
Whilst most ovarian cysts can damage your fertility, the real problem lies in the fact that if you develop one or several cysts, they will impact on your normal ovulation process and therefore prevent the eggs that are contained within the closed cyst from being released.
As you may have already guessed, the more profound the ovulation process is impacted, the less chance a normal healthy woman has of getting pregnant.
You must also bear in mind that like any other organ, the female reproductive system is very fragile and the fact that the women suffering from ovarian cysts who don't necessarily experience the usual symptoms may not be aware of what is going on down there. This is a very tricky situation and this is why it is important to visit your gynaecologist for yearly check-ups! I really wish to insist on this particular point.
Ok, let us move onto the second point and clarify the situation a bit.
PCOS is the main culprit...
Amongst the cysts more likely to affect your fertility, we find the unfortunately too famous polycystic ovary syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS.
The first reason why PCOS can reduce the functionality of a woman's reproductive system is that it will affect their cycle profoundly. That's plain common sense, isn't it? As a result, a woman suffering from this particular cyst will most certainly have irregular periods at best, and none in the worse case scenario.
The explanation for this is also simple. Suffering from PCOS means that not one but numerous small cysts will develop inside and possibly all around the ovaries, which also means that the eggs can't mature and will not be released. The condition itself is not dangerous or life-threatening but most certainly battling PCOS is no fun at all.
Besides being the number one culprit as far as threats to your well-being as well as your ability to conceive are concerned, you are also likely to develop all sorts of unpleasant symptoms that can include hair growth, potential gain weight as well as bouts of acne and so on! Just not fun at all!
Another problem with PCOS...
Indeed, the real problem with PCOS is that in most cases women have no symptoms and it is only when trying to conceive that your physician will finally diagnose this form of cyst.
In all circumstances it is always very hard to define which cyst you are developing but in the case of PCOS, it can be harder especially with regards to the potential effects it can have on your ability to get pregnant.
PCOS can be defeated...
If you are still wondering whether something can be done to counteract the effects of PCOS on your ovulation, I'll give you my answer now!
Yes, it can be done and in most case once you have been diagnosed by a physician you will most probably be given medication in a bid to increase your ovulation in order to up your chances of getting pregnant.
The most commonly prescribed drugs remain Clomid along with Serophene and they tend to work pretty effectively. However, this is not the only solution.
Indeed, if this particular treatment doesn't do the trick then your doctor may offer you some hormone treatments. This treatment is often used as a last resort and without getting into too much detail; the procedure includes drilling inside one of your ovaries in order to "damage" some of it. This will then kick off the ovulation again.
What about the infertility link then?
The infertility link cannot be thoroughly and scientifically established as we speak but it has been acknowledged and discussed by the most eminent specialists that cysts can have some negative effects on your ability to have a baby and if the condition remains untreated then of course your fertility chances will plummet at some point.
However, one positive aspect is that even though ovarian cysts may affect your infertility at some point, it very rarely last and is totally reversible unless your condition necessitated some heavy surgery and the removal of both your ovaries.
How you can still save the worst from happening...
Like everything in life, it is better to be safe than sorry. So, I strongly believe that prevention remains your best chance of avoiding the worst, which in this case means not being to conceive.
I have previously discussed prevention in many of my articles and despite the numerous campaigns targeting prevention for all sorts of illnesses, most people don't pay attention and tend to neglect this very important part of their health.
Prevention is the ultimate key in the fight against ovarian cysts and most particularly in the actual formation of the lumps. Preventing them from developing in the first place is of paramount importance.
Indeed, if you start developing them, no matter when, how and if you manage to get rid of them some damage can always be caused to your reproductive system especially in the cases of PCOS as well as recurring ovarian cysts.
A biological system is very fragile and it is already hard enough to try to control everything that goes inside of us but when we are in fact able to avoid certain things then, all the better!
In conclusion...
For those who are concerned that their ovarian cysts may threaten their ability to have babies, it is strongly advised that they visit their gynaecologist for more information and to make sure that everything is under control.
As explained previously, some cysts can indeed be responsible for a lack of ovulation but long-term or irreversible infertility because of ovarian cysts remain pretty rare unless some complications develop.
For those who have already seen their physician and know more about their condition, you should of course carry on with the treatment given to you if this is the case. Some improvement can also be obtained through a better lifestyle and diet and there is plenty of tips and advice that you could use to get some even better results.
Ovarian cysts can be treated successfully as long as you are aware of the type of cyst you suffer from so that you can get laser-targeted treatments instead of general tips that won't do much for you.
Copyright Isabella Miller - All Rights Reserved. Reprints allowed with article and resource box unedited. If you post this article on a website, you must set the links up as hyperlinks.
Copyright Isabella Miller - All Rights Reserved. Reprints allowed with article and resource box unedited. If you post this article on a website, you must set the links up as hyperlinks.
My name is Isabella Miller. If you enjoyed and found this article on Ovarian Cysts Treatment [http://ovariancystinfo.net/] useful then you will love the articles I publish regularly on my website. You may also want to sign in and get my FREE NEWSLETTER as well as many more useful tips on the subject. If you have been suffering from the condition and are not sure what to do next then by all means come and visit and learn more at:[http://ovariancystinfo.net/] for more useful tips and information.
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