What Does an Ovarian Cyst Feel Like?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
The ovaries are among the most important organs in the reproductive system of the female. There are two, each located on either side of the uterus, in the lower part of the abdomen. The two ovaries produce ova or eggs, which are thereafter released to the uterus for fertilization. Additionally, the ovaries produce the female hormones estrogen and progesterone.
Ovarian cysts develop when fluid accumulates inside the ovaries. Within the ovaries are spaces called sacs. When these sacs are filled with fluid, they enlarge in size and form cysts. Cysts range in size from less than one half inch to 4 inches or more. These cysts may be filled with fluid, gases, or semi-solid material.
