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Certain symptoms will help to diagnose an ovarian cyst, though experiencing these ovarian cyst symptoms are not necessarily confirmation of the presence of an ovarian cyst. A symptom experienced by itself is not cause for immediate alarm, but medical attention should be sought quickly when a combination of two or more are recognized.

An unusual menstrual cycle can point to the possibility of having cysts, particularly if up until this time the menstrual period has always been predictable. Therefore, anything out of the ordinary during a cycle can be an indicator: symptoms of ovarian cysts might include excessive bleeding, irregular menstruation, or spotting in between periods. In addition, there might also be unexplained weight gain.

Ovarian cyst symptoms can show up as a sort of dull ache in the lower back and pelvic area. Sometimes this pain will flair up either right before or after a period, but it can also be brought on during intercourse or even heavy exercise. When an ovarian cyst bursts or twists, it can cause a number of problems depending on the size of the cyst. There might be pain in the abdomen and the pelvic area, tissue irritation, and perhaps more seriously, blood will not be able to travel freely to the ovaries.

Pregnancy-like symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, or breast-tenderness is a common ovarian cyst symptom. It is important to note other symptoms in other to make the distinction between a pregnancy and ovarian cyst symptoms. Infertility, itself is a common symptom of ovarian cysts.

Pain, fullness, or pressure in the abdomen often accompanies ovarian cysts. This pain may start and stop suddenly, and may be severe and sharp. There may also be abdominal bloating or swelling. In addition, pain or pressure during bowel movements including problems passing urine as well as pressure on the rectum or bladder may be a sign of ovarian cysts developing.

Not all ovarian cysts point to a crisis, in fact, the majority of them eventually disappear on their own. However, when there are very strong ovarian cyst symptoms such as sudden/sharp abdominal pain, vomiting, or fainting then it is a serious situation which needs immediate medical intervention.

As a whole, the nature of ovarian cyst symptoms makes it difficult for a general practice doctor to pick up on them. Cysts can certainly be detected in the absence of any symptoms, but most ovarian cyst cases are diagnosed not as a result of the presence of any ovarian cyst symptoms but rather during an individual’s annual Pap smear.