Ovarian cyst

A benign formation in the form of a cavity filled with fluid that forms on the surface or inside the ovary.
Ovarian cysts often occur as part of a normal menstrual cycle. For example, follicular cysts form when the follicle containing the egg does not rupture during ovulation. Luteal cysts appear after ovulation if the follicle fills with fluid after the egg is released. However, there are also pathological cysts, such as dermoid (containing hair, teeth, and skin tissues), endometrioid (associated with endometriosis), and cystadenomas (benign or malignant tumors). These cysts can cause symptoms and require medical intervention. To prevent ovarian cysts, it is important to visit a gynecologist regularly (at least once a year), as well as monitor hormonal balance, especially in the presence of PCOS or endometriosis. If symptoms appear (pain, cycle disturbance), consult a doctor immediately.

Reasons

Physiological processes: follicular and luteal cysts are associated with the menstrual cycle

Hormonal disorders: estrogen and progesterone imbalance, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Endometriosis: the spread of endometrial cells outside the uterus

Genetic predisposition

Infections and inflammations of the pelvic organs

Taking hormonal medications or ovulation stimulants

Ovarian injuries

Symptoms

Pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen that increases before menstruation

Menstrual irregularity (irregular or painful periods)

Intermenstrual spotting

Pain during sexual intercourse

Frequent urination or feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder

Feeling of heaviness or fullness in the stomach

Increased abdominal volume

Nausea, vomiting (if the cyst is twisted or ruptured)

Consequences

Most ovarian cysts are not dangerous and resolve on their own. However, some can lead to complications. Cyst torsion is accompanied by acute pain and requires emergency surgery. Cyst rupture can cause internal bleeding and peritonitis. Large cysts or multiple formations (for example, in PCOS) can interfere with ovulation. In rare cases, cysts can degenerate into malignant tumors.

Treatment

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Conservative treatment
If the cyst is small and does not cause symptoms, the doctor may recommend follow-up. Functional cysts often disappear on their own after 1-2 menstrual cycles. Regular ultrasounds are performed to monitor the condition. Hormonal medications such as oral contraceptives are prescribed for hormonal disorders or endometriosis, which help reduce the size of cysts and prevent the formation of new ones. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are used to relieve pain.
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Surgical treatment
Surgery is required for complications (torsion, rupture) or suspected malignancy. The main method is laparoscopic cystectomy, a minimally invasive operation in which the cyst is removed through small incisions. In more complex cases, for example, with large cysts or suspected cancer, laparotomy, an open operation, may be required. If the cyst has caused significant damage to the ovarian tissue, an oophorectomy is performed — removal of the ovary.

How to reach

Address
Moscow, 1st Yamskogo Polya Street, 15
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How to get

From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Zamoskvoretskaya line - exit 4 After exiting the subway, walk through the pedestrian tunnel and climb the stairs. Move towards the railway tracks, go down the stairs immediately after them and walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS.

Travel time

9 minutes

Landmark

Olympus Clinic MARS sign


How to get

From the Belorusskaya metro station of the Ring line - exit 2. After exiting the subway, turn left and walk to the pedestrian crossing. Cross the road through two pedestrian crossings and move along the Tverskoy overpass. Go down the stairs immediately after the railway tracks, walk along the house, then turn right onto 1st Yamskoye Pole Street. At the turn to 3rd Yamsky Pole Street, cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and continue along 1st Yamsky Field Street, after a few buildings on the left you will see Olympus Clinic MARS

Travel time

11 minutes

Landmark

Olympus Clinic MARS sign


Address
7/1 Sadovaya-Sukharevskaya str., 129090, Moscow
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From the metro station "Tsvetnoy Bulvar"

1 exit to the city, then left to the Garden Ring, at the crossing to the right, crossing the boulevard, one more crossing and at the traffic light to the left. The Olymp Clinic building is located overlooking the Garden Ring to the right of the crossing. Travel time is approximately 9 minutes. Landmark - sign Olymp Clini

From the metro station "Sukharevskaya"

Exit 3 from the metro and 640 meters straight ahead, the clinic will be on the right. Landmark - sign Olymp Clinic

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Exit 3 from the metro and 640 meters straight ahead, the clinic will be on the right. Landmark - sign Olymp Clinic

Как добраться
Address
Moscow, 125124, Chapaevsky lane, 3
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From Sokol metro station

The last car from the center: follow the signs for Exit 5. From the glass doors to the right and go to the end of the passage. Exit to the city by the steps to the left. After exiting the crossing to the street, go straight along Leningradsky Prospekt to the intersection with Chapaevsky Lane. Next, turn right (onto Chapaevsky Lane) and walk to the Triumph Palace residential complex. Entrance to the territory: through checkpoint No. 1, opposite the Vkusville store, you will need to present your passport. After passing through the checkpoint, go up the stairs to the fountain, opposite it you will see our clinic.

Travel time

10-12 minutes

From the Airport metro station

The first car from the center: follow the Exit 2-3 signs. Turn left out of the glass doors and walk to the end of the passage. After exiting the crossing to the street, go straight along Leningradsky Prospekt to the intersection with Chapaevsky Lane. Next, turn left (onto Chapaevsky Lane) and walk to the Triumph Palace residential complex. Entrance to the territory: through checkpoint No. 1, opposite the Vkusville store, you will need to present your passport. After passing through the checkpoint, go up the stairs to the fountain, opposite it you will see our clinic.

Travel time

12-15 minutes

How to get

Entry to the territory is prohibited, but there are free city parking lots around the Triumph Palace residential complex, where you can easily find a place for your car. Free parking area:

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