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- Ovarian cysts - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Ovarian cysts are sacs, usually filled with fluid, in an ovary or on its surface Females have two ovaries One ovary is located on each side of the uterus Each ovary is about the size and shape of an almond Eggs develop and mature in the ovaries Eggs are released in monthly cycles during the childbearing years
- Epidermoid cysts - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Epidermoid (ep-ih-DUR-moid) cysts are harmless small bumps beneath the skin They are most common on the face, neck and trunk Epidermoid cysts are slow growing and often painless, so they rarely cause problems or need treatment You might choose to have a cyst removed if it bothers you, breaks open, or is painful or infected
- Baker cyst - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
A Baker cyst is a fluid-filled growth behind the knee It causes a bulge and a feeling of tightness Also called a popliteal (pop-luh-TEE-ul) cyst, a Baker cyst sometime causes pain The pain can get worse when with activity or when fully straightening or bending the knee
- Baker cyst - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Treatment Sometimes a Baker cyst will disappear on its own Mild symptoms can often be controlled by avoiding activities that trigger them However, if the cyst is large and causes pain, you may need treatment Medications A nonprescription pain reliever, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) can reduce pain and inflammation An injection of steroid
- Tumor vs. cyst: Whats the difference? - Mayo Clinic
A cyst can form in any part of the body, including bones, organs and soft tissues Most cysts are noncancerous, also called benign, but sometimes cancer can cause a cyst Tumor A tumor is any mass of tissue or swelling Like a cyst, a tumor can form in any part of the body A tumor can be benign or cancerous, also called malignant
- Uterine fibroids - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Learn about these common noncancerous growths and what to do if you have symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - Symptoms and causes
Polycystic ovaries, hormone imbalance and irregular periods are telltale signs and symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome Find out about treatments
- Kidney cysts - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
A kidney cyst is a round or oval fluid-filled pouch with a well-defined outline Kidney cysts typically grow on the surface of a kidney Some may develop inside the kidney
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