{"id":1676,"date":"2023-03-28T12:44:12","date_gmt":"2023-03-28T12:44:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/obgyn-specialists-of-south-miami\/?p=1676"},"modified":"2023-04-04T12:58:06","modified_gmt":"2023-04-04T12:58:06","slug":"what-are-ovarian-masses-and-how-to-treat-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/obgyn-specialists-of-south-miami\/what-are-ovarian-masses-and-how-to-treat-them\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Ovarian Masses and How To Treat Them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ovarian masses, or ovarian cysts, are prevalent masses (growths) that develop inside a woman\u2019s ovaries. There can be several types, but fortunately, we\u2019re talking about benign ovarian masses. Most of them will even resolve on their own without any treatment. Rarely, they may lead to complications and may need medical attention.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, our experts in <\/span>obstetrics and gynecology in South Miami, Florida<\/span><\/a>, will talk about ovarian masses, treatment options such as minimally invasive surgery, and discuss all the things you should know about these masses.<\/span><\/p>\n

About Ovarian Cysts<\/b><\/h2>\n

These masses are usually sacs filled with semisolid materials or fluid, generally forming on both or only one of the ovaries, the small female organs in the pelvis that are responsible for progesterone and estrogen production, along with egg production.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are several types of cysts, and most of them are benign ovarian masses. Most women aren\u2019t aware that they have them until their doctor finds these ovarian masses via ultrasound or during a routine pelvic exam. Also, in rare cases, these masses may cause some problems.<\/span><\/p>\n

Types of Ovarian Masses<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Most benign ovarian masses are functional cysts forming in the body as responses to a woman\u2019s menstrual cycle. Rarely, cysts may form for other reasons as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

Functional cysts<\/b><\/h3>\n

As mentioned above, these are the most common ovarian masses and aren\u2019t related to any disease. They are actually a byproduct of ovulation, the process in which an egg is released from the ovary. These ovarian masses usually signal that the patient\u2019s ovaries are functioning well. Additionally, these masses tend to shrink as time goes by and resolve on their own within around 60 days.<\/span><\/p>\n

Functional cysts can be the following:<\/span><\/p>\n